Kirk Hallam Community Academy

URN: 146374 • Ilkeston DE7 4HH

Overview

Name
Kirk Hallam Community Academy
URN
146374
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
NOVA EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Turner (since 2025)
Telephone
01159301522
Website
Visit
Address
Godfrey Drive, Ilkeston DE7 4HH

Summary

Kirk Hallam Community Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, serving approximately 752 students aged 11 to 18. The academy draws its pupils from both rural and urban areas, admitting students from 15 local primary schools. The school is committed to fostering the development of the whole child, believing that character strength is essential for academic success.

The curriculum at Kirk Hallam is designed to provide a transformative learning experience, complemented by a robust enrichment programme and high-quality pastoral care. The academy places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also prioritising the well-being and personal development of its students.

Parents have expressed satisfaction with the school's communication and support systems, noting improvements in their children's educational experiences and outcomes. The academy's ethos of ambition and continuous improvement reflects its dedication to helping all students reach their full potential within a supportive community environment.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
NOVA EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1202
Pupils
752
Boys
399
Girls
353
FSM %
44.40
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 752 399 353 1202 44.40
2024-09-11 814 433 381 1202 39.50
2023-09-11 870 468 402 1202 33.50
2022-09-11 870 468 402 1202 33.50
2021-09-11 953 494 459 1202 27.40
2020-09-11 1028 555 473 1202 23.30

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