Long Bennington Church of England Academy

URN: 138057 • Newark NG23 5EH

Overview

Name
Long Bennington Church of England Academy
URN
138057
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
INFINITY ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Nicholson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01400281353
Website
Visit
Address
Main Road, Newark NG23 5EH

Summary

Long Bennington Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Newark, Lincolnshire, with a current enrollment of 244 pupils and a capacity of 280. The school operates under the ethos of kindness, joy, and integrity, fostering a supportive environment for all students. As a Church of England Academy, it integrates Christian values into its educational framework, promoting moral development alongside academic achievement.

The academy offers a broad curriculum designed to engage students and enhance their learning experiences. It provides various extracurricular activities and clubs, encouraging children to explore their interests beyond the classroom. The school also prioritizes healthy eating, with meals provided by Good Lookin Cookin, ensuring that dietary needs and allergens are considered.

Community involvement is a key aspect of Long Bennington Academy, with events such as the Harvest Festival and the FSA AGM fostering connections between the school and local families. The school encourages parental engagement and offers opportunities for visits and inquiries about the admissions process, particularly for the September 2025 intake.

Key details

LA
Lincolnshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
INFINITY ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
280
Pupils
244
Boys
131
Girls
113
FSM %
13.90
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 244 131 113 280 13.90
2024-09-11 257 134 123 280 9.70
2023-09-11 278 141 137 280 5.80
2022-09-11 278 141 137 280 5.80
2021-09-11 271 136 135 280 5.20
2020-09-11 264 133 131 280 3.40

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