Heath Lane Academy
URN: 138327 • Leicester LE9 7PD
Overview
- Name
- Heath Lane Academy
- URN
- 138327
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Trimingham (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01455845061
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Heath Lane, Leicester LE9 7PD
Summary
Heath Lane Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Leicester, Leicestershire, with a current enrolment of 674 students and a capacity of 800. As an academy converter, it operates under the United Learning trust, which emphasizes a commitment to high educational standards and community engagement. The school’s ethos is centered around fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting equality and diversity among its pupils.
The curriculum at Heath Lane Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, preparing students for future academic and vocational pathways. The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils receive the necessary resources to thrive. Additionally, the school offers a Pupil Premium program aimed at supporting disadvantaged students.
With a significant percentage of pupils (30.70%) eligible for free school meals, Heath Lane Academy is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community. The school actively promotes values of respect, resilience, and responsibility, creating a positive atmosphere conducive to learning and personal development. For more information, visit their website at [Heath Lane Academy](https://www.heathlaneacademy.org.uk).
The curriculum at Heath Lane Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, preparing students for future academic and vocational pathways. The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils receive the necessary resources to thrive. Additionally, the school offers a Pupil Premium program aimed at supporting disadvantaged students.
With a significant percentage of pupils (30.70%) eligible for free school meals, Heath Lane Academy is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community. The school actively promotes values of respect, resilience, and responsibility, creating a positive atmosphere conducive to learning and personal development. For more information, visit their website at [Heath Lane Academy](https://www.heathlaneacademy.org.uk).
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- Home (other)
- About (other)
- Ethos and Values (other)
- Policies (other)
- Welcome from the Principal (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term dates (other)
- Year 7 Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Sir Jonathan North Community College (75.8)
- Soar Valley College (74.7)
- Rushey Mead Academy (74.4)
- Brookvale Groby Learning Campus (74.1)
- Babington Community College (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 800
- Pupils
- 674
- Boys
- 352
- Girls
- 322
- FSM %
- 30.70
- Open date
- 2012-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 674 | 352 | 322 | 800 | 30.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 698 | 343 | 355 | 800 | 29.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 598 | 309 | 289 | 800 | 26.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 598 | 309 | 289 | 800 | 26.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 577 | 315 | 262 | 800 | 25.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 557 | 296 | 261 | 800 | 23.30 |
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