The Whitehaven Academy
URN: 146634 • Whitehaven CA28 8TY
Overview
- Name
- The Whitehaven Academy
- URN
- 146634
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nigel Youngman (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01946595400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cleator Moor Road, Whitehaven CA28 8TY
Summary
The Whitehaven Academy, located in Whitehaven, Cumbria, is a mixed secondary school with an enrolment of 810 students and a capacity of 1,465. As part of the Cumbria Education Trust, the academy is committed to fostering values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience among its students. The school has experienced growth in student numbers and academic performance, particularly following its relocation to a new building in spring 2022.
The curriculum at The Whitehaven Academy is designed to be both rigorous and broad, incorporating a Creative Curriculum that enhances traditional academic subjects. Key Stage 3 students have the opportunity to work towards the Cumbrian Award, which focuses on building confidence and engagement with local culture. The school also offers a diverse enrichment programme, allowing students to explore interests in music, sports, and community service.
Support for students is a priority, with initiatives in place for mental health and wellbeing, as well as provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The academy aims to create a collaborative and supportive community where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at The Whitehaven Academy is designed to be both rigorous and broad, incorporating a Creative Curriculum that enhances traditional academic subjects. Key Stage 3 students have the opportunity to work towards the Cumbrian Award, which focuses on building confidence and engagement with local culture. The school also offers a diverse enrichment programme, allowing students to explore interests in music, sports, and community service.
Support for students is a priority, with initiatives in place for mental health and wellbeing, as well as provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The academy aims to create a collaborative and supportive community where students can thrive academically and personally.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Benedict's Catholic High School (58.9)
- Whitehaven School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1465
- Pupils
- 810
- Boys
- 407
- Girls
- 403
- FSM %
- 30.80
- Open date
- 2018-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 810 | 407 | 403 | 1465 | 30.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 760 | 386 | 374 | 1465 | 32.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 584 | 295 | 289 | 1465 | 31.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 584 | 295 | 289 | 1465 | 31.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 531 | 289 | 242 | 1465 | 29.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 509 | 263 | 246 | 1465 | 29.50 |
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