Somercotes Academy

URN: 142392 • Louth LN11 7PN

Overview

Name
Somercotes Academy
URN
142392
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LINCOLNSHIRE GATEWAY ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jacob Bailey (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01507353459
Website
Visit
Address
Keeling Street, Louth LN11 7PN

Summary

Somercotes Academy, located in Louth, Lincolnshire, is a mixed secondary academy that operates under the Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust. With a current enrolment of 431 students and a capacity of 456, the academy is committed to providing a high-quality education in a supportive environment. The school promotes a culture of excellence, encouraging students to achieve their highest academic standards while also fostering personal development and responsible citizenship.

The curriculum at Somercotes Academy is designed to engage learners through a varied and effective programme. In addition to core academic subjects, the school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities aimed at developing the whole person. This holistic approach ensures that students not only excel academically but also grow into caring and considerate individuals.

Somercotes Academy places a strong emphasis on student welfare and support, with dedicated resources for special educational needs and a focus on attendance and punctuality. The school actively involves parents in the educational process, providing various resources and communication channels to keep families informed and engaged.

Key details

LA
Lincolnshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LINCOLNSHIRE GATEWAY ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
456
Pupils
431
Boys
216
Girls
215
FSM %
44.30
Open date
2015-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-11-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lincolnshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 431 216 215 456 44.30
2024-09-11 456 221 235 456 39.80
2023-09-11 457 208 249 467 31.30
2022-09-11 457 208 249 467 31.30
2021-09-11 421 191 230 356 27.30
2020-09-11 385 169 216 356 21.60

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