Ruskin Academy
URN: 146414 • Wellingborough NN8 3EG
Overview
- Name
- Ruskin Academy
- URN
- 146414
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- LION ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicky Kingsnorth (since 2021)
- Previous head
- Stephen Oswald
- Telephone
- 01933381600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ruskin Avenue, Wellingborough NN8 3EG
Summary
Ruskin Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, catering to approximately 250 pupils with a capacity of 360. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to discover their unique talents. The leadership team, including Executive Principal Nicky Kingsnorth and Head of School Mr. Gallyot, emphasizes high expectations and a commitment to outstanding teaching and learning.
The curriculum at Ruskin Academy is designed to challenge and inspire students, promoting curiosity and autonomy in their learning journey. The school aims to develop essential learning skills while ensuring that the educational experience is tailored to meet individual needs. Additionally, Ruskin Academy prioritizes strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, enhancing the educational experience for all students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (42%), Ruskin Academy is focused on improving outcomes and life chances for all children, regardless of their background. The school actively engages in building relationships with local and global communities, reinforcing its commitment to holistic education and community involvement.
The curriculum at Ruskin Academy is designed to challenge and inspire students, promoting curiosity and autonomy in their learning journey. The school aims to develop essential learning skills while ensuring that the educational experience is tailored to meet individual needs. Additionally, Ruskin Academy prioritizes strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, enhancing the educational experience for all students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (42%), Ruskin Academy is focused on improving outcomes and life chances for all children, regardless of their background. The school actively engages in building relationships with local and global communities, reinforcing its commitment to holistic education and community involvement.
Useful links
- Governors login (governance)
- communitas-pr (other)
- Ruskin Infant School (other)
- Ruskin Academy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- School Tours (other)
- Beyond the Classroom (other)
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Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LION ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 250
- Boys
- 133
- Girls
- 117
- FSM %
- 42.00
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 250 | 133 | 117 | 360 | 42.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 266 | 147 | 119 | 360 | 44.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 293 | 144 | 149 | 360 | 37.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 293 | 144 | 149 | 360 | 37.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 294 | 138 | 156 | 360 | 32.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 302 | 152 | 150 | 360 | 26.20 |
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