Chapeltown Academy

URN: 140940 • Sheffield S35 9ZX

Overview

Name
Chapeltown Academy
URN
140940
Type
Free schools 16 to 19
Phase
16 plus
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MINERVA LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dominic Pinto (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01142454803
Website
Visit
Address
Hydra Business Park, Sheffield S35 9ZX

Summary

Chapeltown Academy is a purpose-built post-16 institution located in Sheffield, offering A-level education in a supportive and personalised environment. With a current enrolment of 297 students and a capacity of 400, the academy prides itself on maintaining high standards and expectations for all learners. The ethos of the academy is rooted in fostering a close-knit learning community where students are encouraged to engage enthusiastically with their studies.

The curriculum at Chapeltown Academy is designed to provide a broad range of level three academic qualifications, alongside vocational courses, to cater to diverse student aspirations. The academy places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, ensuring that students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Children in Care (CiC), and those from disadvantaged backgrounds receive the necessary support to thrive both academically and socially.

Since joining the Minerva Learning Trust in 2020, Chapeltown Academy has strengthened its ties with local schools and the wider community. The academy has achieved a 100% pass rate and consistently high Value-Added Progress scores, reflecting its commitment to preparing students for successful futures in higher education, apprenticeships, and careers.

Key details

LA
Sheffield
Age range
16 - 19
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MINERVA LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
400
Pupils
297
Boys
146
Girls
151
FSM %
0.00
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 297 146 151 400 0.00
2024-09-11 303 152 151 300 0.00
2023-09-11 271 106 165 300 0.00
2022-09-11 271 106 165 300 0.00
2021-09-11 248 103 145 300 0.00
2020-09-11 215 97 118 300 0.00

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