Sir Frank Whittle Studio School

URN: 141012 • Lutterworth LE17 4EW

Overview

Name
Sir Frank Whittle Studio School
URN
141012
Type
Studio schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nick Summers (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Bitteswell Road, Lutterworth LE17 4EW

Summary

Sir Frank Whittle Studio School, located in Lutterworth, Leicestershire, is a mixed secondary school that caters to 91 pupils, with a capacity of 300. The school operates within the studio school model, which focuses on providing a curriculum that combines academic learning with practical, real-world experiences. This approach aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future employment and further education.

The school offers a supportive environment, with a commitment to fostering individual growth and development. With a relatively low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (5.60%), the school community is diverse, and efforts are made to ensure that all students receive the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.

Sir Frank Whittle Studio School emphasizes collaboration with local businesses and organisations, providing students with opportunities for work placements and projects that enhance their learning experience. This connection to the community not only enriches the curriculum but also prepares students for successful transitions into the workforce or higher education.

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Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
14 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
91
Boys
68
Girls
23
FSM %
5.60
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
2019-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-03-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 91 68 23 300 5.60
2024-09-11 91 68 23 300 5.60
2023-09-11 91 68 23 300 5.60
2022-09-11 91 68 23 300 5.60
2021-09-11 91 68 23 300 5.60
2020-09-11 91 68 23 300 5.60

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