Lakelands Academy
URN: 139102 • Ellesmere SY12 0EA
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Hignett (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01691622543
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oswestry Road, Ellesmere SY12 0EA
Summary
Lakelands Academy, located in Ellesmere, Shropshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 581 students, slightly above its capacity of 580. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, as reflected in its pastoral care initiatives and emphasis on student well-being. The academy values open communication with parents and the community, offering various resources and information through its website.
The curriculum at Lakelands Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, covering a wide range of subjects including the arts, sciences, and humanities. Students benefit from a structured academic programme that includes revision resources and enrichment opportunities, aimed at enhancing their learning experience. The school also prioritises personal development and offers a comprehensive careers programme to prepare students for future pathways.
With a focus on community engagement, Lakelands Academy encourages participation in extracurricular activities and events, fostering a sense of belonging among students. The school’s ethos promotes respect, collaboration, and personal growth, ensuring that students are well-supported throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at Lakelands Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, covering a wide range of subjects including the arts, sciences, and humanities. Students benefit from a structured academic programme that includes revision resources and enrichment opportunities, aimed at enhancing their learning experience. The school also prioritises personal development and offers a comprehensive careers programme to prepare students for future pathways.
With a focus on community engagement, Lakelands Academy encourages participation in extracurricular activities and events, fostering a sense of belonging among students. The school’s ethos promotes respect, collaboration, and personal growth, ensuring that students are well-supported throughout their educational journey.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Special Educational Needs or Disability - SEND (sen)
- Student Senate (sen)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- Policies, Inspections & Financial Statements (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- AdmissionsAdmissions (other)
Key details
- LA
- Shropshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LAKELANDS EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 580
- Pupils
- 581
- Boys
- 315
- Girls
- 266
- FSM %
- 20.70
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Shropshire
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 581 | 315 | 266 | 580 | 20.70 |
2024-09-11 | 576 | 297 | 279 | 580 | 19.70 |
2023-09-11 | 555 | 289 | 266 | 580 | 16.20 |
2022-09-11 | 555 | 289 | 266 | 580 | 16.20 |
2021-09-11 | 560 | 297 | 263 | 580 | 14.50 |
2020-09-11 | 533 | 281 | 252 | 580 | 13.60 |
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