Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy

URN: 140845 • Cowes PO31 8HB

Overview

Name
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy
URN
140845
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Kitley (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01983203103
Website
Visit
Address
Crossfield Avenue, Cowes PO31 8HB

Summary

Cowes Enterprise College, an Ormiston Academy, is a mixed secondary school located in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, accommodating 1,192 students with a capacity of 1,585. The college is committed to providing a disciplined yet dynamic learning environment, guided by the Ormiston Academies Trust. It has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and consistently achieves high progress rates compared to other schools on the Isle of Wight.

The college offers a broad curriculum designed to prepare students for life beyond school, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. Support for students is a priority, with dedicated teams for special educational needs and a strong emphasis on pastoral care. The school also engages with the community through events such as the Isle of Wight Science Festival and various sports competitions.

Cowes Enterprise College fosters a collaborative atmosphere among staff, encouraging professional development and innovative teaching methods. Feedback from parents and former students highlights the supportive environment and the positive impact of the school's ethos on student well-being and academic success.

Key details

LA
Isle of Wight
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1585
Pupils
1192
Boys
627
Girls
565
FSM %
22.10
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Isle of Wight

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1192 627 565 1585 22.10
2024-09-11 1256 651 605 1585 20.10
2023-09-11 1226 610 616 1585 18.80
2022-09-11 1226 610 616 1585 18.80
2021-09-11 1216 611 605 1585 16.30
2020-09-11 1194 595 599 1585 12.80

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