The Rural Enterprise Academy
URN: 138351 • Penkridge ST19 5PH
Overview
- Name
- The Rural Enterprise Academy
- URN
- 138351
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Annabel Stoddart (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01785333360
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rodbaston Drive, Penkridge ST19 5PH
Summary
The Rural Enterprise Academy, located in Penkridge, Staffordshire, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrollment of 240 pupils, out of a capacity of 300. The academy focuses on providing a unique educational experience centered around environment, sustainability, and land-based subjects, making the most of its rural setting and outdoor facilities. The ethos of the school emphasizes educating, nurturing, and inspiring future rural entrepreneurs, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, ambition, and resilience among students.
The curriculum is designed to equip pupils with the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in their specialism, supported by a research-based approach to teaching and learning. The school day runs from 9am to 3.30pm, allowing for 5 hours of lesson time each day, ensuring a structured educational environment.
The Rural Enterprise Academy is committed to supporting all students, regardless of their starting points, and aims to create a safe and inclusive community where every pupil can thrive. The school is part of the Penk Valley Academy Trust, which provides additional resources and support for its schools.
The curriculum is designed to equip pupils with the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in their specialism, supported by a research-based approach to teaching and learning. The school day runs from 9am to 3.30pm, allowing for 5 hours of lesson time each day, ensuring a structured educational environment.
The Rural Enterprise Academy is committed to supporting all students, regardless of their starting points, and aims to create a safe and inclusive community where every pupil can thrive. The school is part of the Penk Valley Academy Trust, which provides additional resources and support for its schools.
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Nearby alternatives
- John Taylor High School (70.5)
- Painsley Catholic College (70.2)
- Thomas Alleyne's High School (65.2)
- Endon High School (64.8)
- The Friary School (64.7)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PENK VALLEY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 240
- Boys
- 122
- Girls
- 118
- FSM %
- 22.50
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-05-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 240 | 122 | 118 | 300 | 22.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 229 | 115 | 114 | 300 | 24.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 94 | 113 | 300 | 22.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 94 | 113 | 300 | 22.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 173 | 73 | 100 | 300 | 18.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 160 | 67 | 93 | 300 | 13.10 |
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