Albany Academy

URN: 138544 • Chorley PR7 3AY

Overview

Name
Albany Academy
URN
138544
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ALBANY LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Mayland (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01257244020
Website
Visit
Address
Bolton Road, Chorley PR7 3AY

Summary

Albany Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Chorley, Lancashire, catering to students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 722 pupils and a capacity of 756, the academy prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where every student is valued. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the 'Albany Way', emphasises community, aspiration, and empowerment, encouraging students to contribute positively and take charge of their futures.

The school operates from 7:30 am, with students expected to arrive by 8:45 am. Albany Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to support academic achievement, including regular updates on GCSE results and performance tables. The school is committed to safeguarding and provides robust support for students with special educational needs (SEND) through an annually updated strategy.

Albany Academy actively engages with its community, governed by a local committee that includes elected parents and staff. This structure ensures accountability and fosters a collaborative approach to education, making it a central part of the Chorley and North Bolton communities. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ALBANY LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
756
Pupils
722
Boys
384
Girls
338
FSM %
28.50
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 722 384 338 756 28.50
2024-09-11 719 397 322 756 26.80
2023-09-11 720 413 307 756 21.80
2022-09-11 720 413 307 756 21.80
2021-09-11 699 382 317 756 19.20
2020-09-11 693 387 306 756 19.30

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