Friars Academy
URN: 140277 • Wellingborough NN8 2LA
Overview
- Name
- Friars Academy
- URN
- 140277
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BETTER TOGETHER LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Budd (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01933304950
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Friars Close, Wellingborough NN8 2LA
Summary
Friars Academy, located in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, is a mixed academy special converter with a current enrolment of 143 pupils, against a capacity of 154. The academy is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can develop confidence, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility. The ethos of the school, encapsulated in the phrase "Every child, Every chance, Every day," reflects its commitment to recognising and celebrating each child's achievements.
The curriculum at Friars Academy is designed to be stimulating and creative, encouraging students to reach their full potential academically and socially. The school promotes collaboration and independent thinking, providing opportunities for students to engage in activities beyond the classroom as they prepare for future transitions.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the academy's approach, with strong partnerships between parents, carers, and local organisations. Friars Academy actively promotes British values, fostering respect and tolerance among students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring they are well-prepared for life in modern Britain.
The curriculum at Friars Academy is designed to be stimulating and creative, encouraging students to reach their full potential academically and socially. The school promotes collaboration and independent thinking, providing opportunities for students to engage in activities beyond the classroom as they prepare for future transitions.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the academy's approach, with strong partnerships between parents, carers, and local organisations. Friars Academy actively promotes British values, fostering respect and tolerance among students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring they are well-prepared for life in modern Britain.
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Nearby alternatives
- Rowan Gate Primary School -Three Sites and Two Satellites (72.5)
- Wellingborough School (47.2)
- Friars School (45.2)
- Rowan Gate Primary School (45.2)
- Hinwick Hall College (40.7)
Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BETTER TOGETHER LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 154
- Pupils
- 143
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 47.40
- Open date
- 2013-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 143 | 102 | 41 | 154 | 47.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 151 | 104 | 47 | 154 | 44.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 148 | 103 | 45 | 154 | 39.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 148 | 103 | 45 | 145 | 39.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 150 | 104 | 46 | 145 | 38.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 155 | 104 | 51 | 145 | 37.10 |
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