Rushden Academy
URN: 146209 • Rushden NN10 6AG
Overview
- Name
- Rushden Academy
- URN
- 146209
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- TOVE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Firth (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01933350391
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hayway, Rushden NN10 6AG
Summary
Rushden Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Rushden, Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 932 students and a capacity of 1,295. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where students are encouraged to Aspire, Explore, and Succeed. Its core values—Serve, Thrive, Aspire, Resilient, and Respect—guide the educational journey, promoting a culture of personal achievement and mutual respect.
The academy offers a rich and ambitious curriculum complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities, designed to nurture inquisitive and confident learners. High academic standards are a priority, and the school emphasizes the importance of a safe and positive learning environment. Dedicated staff provide excellent pastoral care and maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress.
Rushden Academy is part of the Tove Learning Trust, which enhances educational experiences through collaboration among schools. The academy prides itself on its strong sense of community and the individual character development of each student, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
The academy offers a rich and ambitious curriculum complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities, designed to nurture inquisitive and confident learners. High academic standards are a priority, and the school emphasizes the importance of a safe and positive learning environment. Dedicated staff provide excellent pastoral care and maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress.
Rushden Academy is part of the Tove Learning Trust, which enhances educational experiences through collaboration among schools. The academy prides itself on its strong sense of community and the individual character development of each student, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
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Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- TOVE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1295
- Pupils
- 932
- Boys
- 444
- Girls
- 488
- FSM %
- 24.70
- Open date
- 2018-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 932 | 444 | 488 | 1295 | 24.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 892 | 429 | 463 | 1295 | 22.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 801 | 370 | 431 | 1295 | 19.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 801 | 370 | 431 | 1295 | 19.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 797 | 370 | 427 | 1295 | 17.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 786 | 374 | 412 | 1295 | 13.20 |
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