The Dean Academy

URN: 138421 • Lydney GL15 5DZ

Overview

Name
The Dean Academy
URN
138421
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE ATHELSTAN TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Hannah Rowlands (since 2025)
Telephone
01594843202
Website
Visit
Address
Church Road, Lydney GL15 5DZ

Summary

The Dean Academy, located in Lydney, Gloucestershire, is a mixed secondary school operating under the Athelstan Trust. With a current enrolment of 734 pupils and a capacity of 1,095, the academy is committed to fostering an environment of enjoyment, achievement, and community. The school aims to support each student in realising their full academic, creative, and physical potential while promoting positive social and moral values.

The curriculum at The Dean Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to engage in various extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Awards. The school also offers opportunities for educational trips, such as geography and science excursions, enhancing the learning experience beyond the classroom.

As part of a multi-academy trust established in 2015, The Dean Academy collaborates with other schools to share resources and best practices. The school serves a diverse community, with 31.6% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.thedeanacademy.org.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE ATHELSTAN TRUST
Capacity
1095
Pupils
734
Boys
372
Girls
362
FSM %
31.60
Open date
2012-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 734 372 362 1095 31.60
2024-09-11 690 344 346 1095 30.40
2023-09-11 543 299 244 1095 24.10
2022-09-11 543 299 244 1095 24.10
2021-09-11 550 313 237 1095 20.90
2020-09-11 603 338 265 1095 18.10

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