Atlantic Academy
URN: 139816 • Bideford EX39 5DW
Overview
- Name
- Atlantic Academy
- URN
- 139816
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 32.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynsey Slater (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Bucks Cross, Bideford EX39 5DW
Summary
Atlantic Academy, located in Bideford, Devon, is a mixed secondary free school that currently serves 154 students, with a capacity of 700. As part of the Athena Learning Trust, the school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. The ethos centres around understanding each student as an individual, fostering their unique learning styles, and ensuring that no one is left behind.
The curriculum at Atlantic Academy is designed to develop not only academic knowledge but also character and values, preparing students for active participation in society. The school promotes a positive culture that encourages interaction, respect, and cultural diversity among students and staff. With a focus on broad opportunities and experiences, Atlantic Academy aims to engage students and instil a love for learning.
Leadership at the school includes Principal Dr Claire Ankers and a dedicated team of assistant principals, each focusing on various aspects of student support and development. The school values lifelong learning and encourages students to take pride in their achievements while fostering a sense of community and belonging.
The curriculum at Atlantic Academy is designed to develop not only academic knowledge but also character and values, preparing students for active participation in society. The school promotes a positive culture that encourages interaction, respect, and cultural diversity among students and staff. With a focus on broad opportunities and experiences, Atlantic Academy aims to engage students and instil a love for learning.
Leadership at the school includes Principal Dr Claire Ankers and a dedicated team of assistant principals, each focusing on various aspects of student support and development. The school values lifelong learning and encourages students to take pride in their achievements while fostering a sense of community and belonging.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bideford College (57.0)
- Atlantic Academy (43.8)
- Bideford College (35.2)
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 700
- Pupils
- 154
- Boys
- 86
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 14.90
- Open date
- 2013-09-02
- Close date
- 2018-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-06-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 154 | 86 | 68 | 700 | 14.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 154 | 86 | 68 | 700 | 14.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 154 | 86 | 68 | 700 | 14.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 154 | 86 | 68 | 700 | 14.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 154 | 86 | 68 | 700 | 14.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 154 | 86 | 68 | 700 | 14.90 |
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