Redcar Academy - A Community School for the Performing and Visual Arts

URN: 139028 • Redcar TS10 4AB

Overview

Name
Redcar Academy - A Community School for the Performing and Visual Arts
URN
139028
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Sweeten (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Kirkleatham Lane, Redcar TS10 4AB

Summary

Redcar Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Redcar, part of the Redcar and Cleveland local authority. As an academy converter, it serves a diverse student body of 499 pupils, with a capacity of 862. The school is committed to providing a strong foundation in the performing and visual arts, fostering creativity and self-expression among its students.

The curriculum at Redcar Academy is designed to integrate arts education with traditional academic subjects, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, with approximately 30.3% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting all members of the community.

In addition to its academic offerings, Redcar Academy promotes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to thrive both personally and academically. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the educational journey for all students.

Key details

LA
Redcar and Cleveland
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
862
Pupils
499
Boys
255
Girls
240
FSM %
30.30
Open date
2012-12-01
Close date
2017-09-30
Last Ofsted
2015-06-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cleveland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 499 255 240 862 30.30
2024-09-11 499 255 240 862 30.30
2023-09-11 499 255 240 862 30.30
2022-09-11 499 255 240 862 30.30
2021-09-11 499 255 240 862 30.30
2020-09-11 499 255 240 862 30.30

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