Farnborough Academy
URN: 141335 • Nottingham NG11 8JW
Overview
- Name
- Farnborough Academy
- URN
- 141335
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 36.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martyn Jobling (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Farnborough Road, Nottingham NG11 8JW
Summary
Farnborough Academy, located in Nottingham, is a mixed secondary school that operates under the Spencer Academies Trust. Established in September 2014, the academy has grown to accommodate 697 pupils, with a capacity for 1,050 students. The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment and has achieved recognition for its careers guidance, being one of the first secondary academies in the UK to earn the gold careers mark in 2019.
The academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement, working closely with local organisations to enhance the educational experience and life opportunities for its students. Farnborough Academy aims to prepare pupils for future success through a well-rounded curriculum that meets the needs of its diverse student body, including a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (24.20%).
As part of a high-performing multi-academy trust, Farnborough Academy benefits from shared resources and best practices across schools in the East Midlands, ensuring a focus on excellence in education. The academy is dedicated to fostering a positive ethos that encourages personal growth and academic achievement.
The academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement, working closely with local organisations to enhance the educational experience and life opportunities for its students. Farnborough Academy aims to prepare pupils for future success through a well-rounded curriculum that meets the needs of its diverse student body, including a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (24.20%).
As part of a high-performing multi-academy trust, Farnborough Academy benefits from shared resources and best practices across schools in the East Midlands, ensuring a focus on excellence in education. The academy is dedicated to fostering a positive ethos that encourages personal growth and academic achievement.
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Nearby alternatives
- The West Bridgford School (77.7)
- Fernwood School (76.7)
- Rushcliffe Spencer Academy (71.2)
- The Trinity Catholic School (70.2)
- Nottingham Girls' Academy (69.0)
Key details
- LA
- Nottingham
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 697
- Boys
- 381
- Girls
- 316
- FSM %
- 24.20
- Open date
- 2015-01-01
- Close date
- 2018-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 697 | 381 | 316 | 1050 | 24.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 697 | 381 | 316 | 1050 | 24.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 697 | 381 | 316 | 1050 | 24.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 697 | 381 | 316 | 1050 | 24.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 697 | 381 | 316 | 1050 | 24.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 697 | 381 | 316 | 1050 | 24.20 |
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