Magna Academy
URN: 139711 • Poole BH17 8RE
Overview
- Name
- Magna Academy
- URN
- 139711
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Phillip Midworth (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01202604222
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ashdown Close, Poole BH17 8RE
Summary
Magna Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Poole, Dorset, serving students aged 11-18 since its establishment in September 2013. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it aims to foster a supportive and responsible community where students can realize their full potential. The school emphasizes the development of positive attitudes towards challenges and interpersonal relationships, encouraging students to become role models within their community.
With a current enrolment of 966 pupils and a capacity of 1,100, Magna Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to cater to diverse learning needs. The school provides various enrichment opportunities, including STEM initiatives and extracurricular activities, to enhance students' educational experiences. Additionally, support services such as the Phoenix Centre are available for students requiring additional assistance.
Magna Academy values parental involvement and offers resources such as a Parent Forum and regular communication through newsletters and events. The school is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring that all students feel supported in their academic and personal development. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
With a current enrolment of 966 pupils and a capacity of 1,100, Magna Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to cater to diverse learning needs. The school provides various enrichment opportunities, including STEM initiatives and extracurricular activities, to enhance students' educational experiences. Additionally, support services such as the Phoenix Centre are available for students requiring additional assistance.
Magna Academy values parental involvement and offers resources such as a Parent Forum and regular communication through newsletters and events. The school is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring that all students feel supported in their academic and personal development. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Trust and Governance (governance)
- Student Absences (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Academy Calendar (calendar)
- 13 October 2025 Calendar Start of Unit 2 (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Parkstone Grammar School (77.7)
- Lytchett Minster School (69.1)
- Poole High School (67.5)
- St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole (63.7)
- Poole Grammar School (61.9)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 966
- Boys
- 515
- Girls
- 451
- FSM %
- 23.90
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 966 | 515 | 451 | 1100 | 23.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 960 | 521 | 439 | 1100 | 20.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 926 | 459 | 467 | 1100 | 16.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 926 | 459 | 467 | 1100 | 16.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 892 | 435 | 457 | 1100 | 13.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 877 | 433 | 444 | 1100 | 9.80 |
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