The Elizabethan Academy
URN: 138076 • Retford DN22 7PY
Overview
- Name
- The Elizabethan Academy
- URN
- 138076
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE ELIZABETHAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Crowther (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01777713700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hallcroft Road, Retford DN22 7PY
Summary
The Elizabethan Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Retford, Nottinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 1,202 students and a capacity of 1,458. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth, ensuring that every student can achieve their full potential. The curriculum is designed to encourage a love of learning, with opportunities for students to excel in academic subjects, creative pursuits, and extracurricular activities.
The academy places a strong emphasis on character development, instilling core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. These principles guide the school’s ethos, helping students to develop not only academically but also as responsible and compassionate citizens. The Elizabethan Academy prides itself on its inclusive culture, where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued and supported.
Collaboration with parents and the wider community is central to the school’s mission, fostering a sense of belonging and partnership in the educational journey. The dedicated staff are committed to the wellbeing and professional growth of both students and themselves, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for all.
The academy places a strong emphasis on character development, instilling core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. These principles guide the school’s ethos, helping students to develop not only academically but also as responsible and compassionate citizens. The Elizabethan Academy prides itself on its inclusive culture, where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued and supported.
Collaboration with parents and the wider community is central to the school’s mission, fostering a sense of belonging and partnership in the educational journey. The dedicated staff are committed to the wellbeing and professional growth of both students and themselves, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for all.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Meet the Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar of Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Careers Policy (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
- Provider Access Policy (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Retford Oaks Academy (57.6)
- Ordsall Hall School (45.2)
- Retford Oaks High School (45.2)
- The Elizabethan High School (45.2)
- The King Edward VI School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE ELIZABETHAN ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1458
- Pupils
- 1202
- Boys
- 569
- Girls
- 633
- FSM %
- 24.60
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1202 | 569 | 633 | 1458 | 24.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1201 | 599 | 602 | 1458 | 23.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1048 | 525 | 523 | 1458 | 21.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1048 | 525 | 523 | 1458 | 21.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 991 | 500 | 491 | 1458 | 18.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 921 | 468 | 453 | 1458 | 15.20 |
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