Avon Valley Academy

URN: 143005 • Salisbury SP4 8HH

Overview

Name
Avon Valley Academy
URN
143005
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ACORN EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Shelley Tuke (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01980652467
Website
Visit
Address
Recreation Road, Salisbury SP4 8HH

Summary

Avon Valley Academy, located in Salisbury, Wiltshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 517 pupils, against a capacity of 925. The school focuses on fostering a culture of Respect, Determination, and Excellence, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their future pathways. The headteacher, Mrs. Shelley Tuke, emphasizes preparing young people for the challenges of the modern world.

The academy offers an ambitious curriculum designed to engage students and support their academic growth. Recent initiatives include an extensive careers programme, which has been positively highlighted by Ofsted in 2023. Students also participate in various extracurricular activities, such as international trips and hands-on learning experiences, enhancing their educational journey.

Avon Valley Academy is committed to promoting the well-being of its students, encouraging them to lead happy and healthy lives. The school community actively engages in events that foster collaboration and cultural exchange, such as language weeks and interactive workshops, creating a supportive environment for all learners.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ACORN EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
925
Pupils
517
Boys
269
Girls
248
FSM %
24.50
Open date
2016-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 517 269 248 925 24.50
2024-09-11 503 257 246 925 18.70
2023-09-11 403 199 204 925 9.40
2022-09-11 403 199 204 925 9.40
2021-09-11 409 217 192 1332 8.20
2020-09-11 400 204 196 1032 7.70

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