Blackfriars Academy
URN: 141448 • Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 2TF
Overview
- Name
- Blackfriars Academy
- URN
- 141448
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 60.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jamie Campbell (since 2025) , Academy Principal
- Telephone
- 01782987150
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Priory Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 2TF
Summary
Blackfriars Academy, located in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, is a mixed academy special converter that serves 120 students, with a capacity of 120. The school is part of the Shaw Education Trust and is dedicated to providing a personalised education that values each student as an individual. The ethos of the academy emphasizes collaboration with parents and carers to break down barriers to learning and prepare students for their future.
The curriculum at Blackfriars Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, offering immersive, exploratory, and questioning pathways to enhance learning experiences. The school focuses on creating an inclusive environment that supports all students in their educational journeys.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (39.80%), Blackfriars Academy is committed to fostering a supportive community. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to maintain open communication through various channels, ensuring that families are engaged in their children's education. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Blackfriars Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, offering immersive, exploratory, and questioning pathways to enhance learning experiences. The school focuses on creating an inclusive environment that supports all students in their educational journeys.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (39.80%), Blackfriars Academy is committed to fostering a supportive community. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to maintain open communication through various channels, ensuring that families are engaged in their children's education. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- SEND Policy and SEN Information Report (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Latest News Bulletin (download)
- School Curriculum (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
- Privacy Notices (other)
- Email (other)
- X (other)
- Facebook (other)
- ParentPay (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Kaleidoscope School (52.5)
- Newcastle-under-Lyme School (50.2)
- Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases (48.3)
- Blackfriars School (45.2)
- Parklands School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 120
- Boys
- 83
- Girls
- 37
- FSM %
- 39.80
- Open date
- 2014-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 120 | 83 | 37 | 120 | 39.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 118 | 76 | 42 | 120 | 40.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 111 | 62 | 49 | 120 | 40.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 111 | 62 | 49 | 120 | 40.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 109 | 68 | 41 | 120 | 40.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 107 | 65 | 42 | 120 | 42.40 |
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