Highfield Leadership Academy
URN: 142469 • Blackpool FY4 3JZ
Overview
- Name
- Highfield Leadership Academy
- URN
- 142469
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- STAR ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 38.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kim Greenwood (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01253965750
- Website
- Visit Highfield Leadership Academy website
- Address
-
Highfield Road, Blackpool FY4 3JZ
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Summary
Highfield Leadership Academy, located in Blackpool, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 681 pupils, against a capacity of 1,200. As part of the Star Academies network, the school is dedicated to fostering responsible citizenship, teamwork, ambition, and respect among its students. The academy aims to inspire young leaders through a diverse leadership programme and a commitment to academic excellence.
The curriculum at Highfield Leadership Academy is designed to provide a rich educational experience, complemented by various extracurricular activities. Recent events include participation in the Combined Cadet Force Summer Camp, where students demonstrated teamwork and resilience, and the inaugural Star Arts Festival, which showcased pupils' talents in the arts. Additionally, the school offers opportunities for educational trips, such as a recent visit to London for Year 11 students, enhancing their learning through real-world experiences.
With 53% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Highfield Leadership Academy is committed to supporting its diverse student body and ensuring that all learners have access to quality education and personal development. The academy's ethos reflects a strong community focus, aiming to nurture today's young people and inspire tomorrow's leaders.
The curriculum at Highfield Leadership Academy is designed to provide a rich educational experience, complemented by various extracurricular activities. Recent events include participation in the Combined Cadet Force Summer Camp, where students demonstrated teamwork and resilience, and the inaugural Star Arts Festival, which showcased pupils' talents in the arts. Additionally, the school offers opportunities for educational trips, such as a recent visit to London for Year 11 students, enhancing their learning through real-world experiences.
With 53% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Highfield Leadership Academy is committed to supporting its diverse student body and ensuring that all learners have access to quality education and personal development. The academy's ethos reflects a strong community focus, aiming to nurture today's young people and inspire tomorrow's leaders.
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- Term Dates (other)
- Latest News (other)
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- Careers (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's Catholic Academy (71.0)
- Montgomery Academy (70.6)
- St George's School A Church of England Academy (70.2)
- Bispham High School - An Arts College (45.2)
- Collegiate High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Blackpool
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- STAR ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 681
- Boys
- 340
- Girls
- 341
- FSM %
- 53.00
- Open date
- 2016-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 681 | 340 | 341 | 1200 | 53.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 631 | 306 | 325 | 1200 | 52.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 543 | 245 | 298 | 1200 | 48.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 543 | 245 | 298 | 1200 | 48.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 630 | 300 | 330 | 1200 | 39.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 727 | 341 | 386 | 1200 | 32.00 |
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