City of Derby Academy

URN: 139564 • Derby DE24 3AR

Overview

Name
City of Derby Academy
URN
139564
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
37.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
P Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Farmhouse Road, Derby DE24 3AR

Summary

City of Derby Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Derby, with a current enrolment of 829 students and a capacity of 1,050. The school is committed to providing an engaging and balanced curriculum that not only focuses on academic success but also fosters personal development. The ethos of the academy is built around the core values of being Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to Achieve, which are integral to the school culture.

The academy emphasizes the importance of high expectations in attendance, behaviour, and effort, aiming for a minimum of 95% compliance in these areas. Students who consistently meet these standards are eligible for praise and rewards, reinforcing a positive learning environment. The school also prioritises the development of self-confidence and self-belief among its students, preparing them for life in modern Britain.

City of Derby Academy encourages strong partnerships between the school, parents, and students to support educational outcomes. The school actively engages with the community and provides resources for parents, including access to platforms like Go4Schools and ParentPay, ensuring transparency and communication regarding student progress and school activities.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1050
Pupils
829
Boys
425
Girls
405
FSM %
21.20
Open date
2013-06-01
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2016-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 829 425 405 1050 21.20
2024-09-11 829 425 405 1050 21.20
2023-09-11 829 425 405 1050 21.20
2022-09-11 829 425 405 1050 21.20
2021-09-11 829 425 405 1050 21.20
2020-09-11 829 425 405 1050 21.20

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