Halewood Academy

URN: 139614 • Knowsley L26 1UU

Overview

Name
Halewood Academy
URN
139614
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WADE DEACON TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ian Critchely (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01514778830
Website
Visit
Address
The Avenue, Knowsley L26 1UU

Summary

Halewood Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Knowsley, with a current enrolment of 1,140 students and a capacity of 1,200. The school prides itself on fostering a caring community where students feel happy and safe. Halewood Academy's core values—respect, aspiration, collaboration, excellence, and resilience—guide its educational ethos, ensuring high standards in behaviour and academic performance.

The curriculum at Halewood Academy is designed to support all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school emphasizes the importance of academic achievement and personal development, offering a range of subjects and extracurricular activities to enhance student learning. Regular assessments and reporting help track progress and inform parents about their children's education.

Halewood Academy is committed to maintaining strong relationships between staff and students, creating an environment where pupils are encouraged to work hard and aspire to excellence. The school actively engages with the local community and provides various support services for parents and students, ensuring a holistic approach to education.

Key details

LA
Knowsley
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WADE DEACON TRUST
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1140
Boys
663
Girls
477
FSM %
45.70
Open date
2013-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1140 663 477 1200 45.70
2024-09-11 1146 630 516 1200 44.50
2023-09-11 1085 601 484 1200 40.90
2022-09-11 1085 601 484 1200 40.90
2021-09-11 1073 579 494 1200 36.40
2020-09-11 1030 560 470 1200 32.20

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