The Friary School
URN: 146907 • Lichfield WS13 7EW
Overview
- Name
- The Friary School
- URN
- 146907
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- PRIMITAS LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matt Allman (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01543267400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Eastern Avenue, Lichfield WS13 7EW
Summary
The Friary School, located in Lichfield, Staffordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with an enrollment of approximately 1,220 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,250. The school is committed to fostering high achievement through a balanced approach of challenge and support tailored to each learner's needs. With a focus on academic excellence, The Friary School aims to create an inclusive environment that encourages personal growth and development.
Recently, Year 7 students participated in an educational trip to Warwick Castle, enhancing their understanding of medieval history as part of their curriculum on William the Conqueror and the Battle of Hastings. Such experiential learning opportunities are integral to the school's ethos, promoting engagement and a deeper connection to the subjects studied.
The school also supports a diverse student body, with 18.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. For more information about the school's programs and values, parents can visit their official website at http://www.friaryschool.co.uk.
Recently, Year 7 students participated in an educational trip to Warwick Castle, enhancing their understanding of medieval history as part of their curriculum on William the Conqueror and the Battle of Hastings. Such experiential learning opportunities are integral to the school's ethos, promoting engagement and a deeper connection to the subjects studied.
The school also supports a diverse student body, with 18.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. For more information about the school's programs and values, parents can visit their official website at http://www.friaryschool.co.uk.
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- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Senior Seven (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates 2025-2026 (other)
- Term Dates 2026-2027 (other)
- Extra-Curricular – Autumn Term 2025 – https://friaryschool.co.uk/2025/10/03/extra-curricular-autumn-term-2025/ As a school we very much believe that academic learning is only one – albeit a (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Friary School (64.7)
- King Edward VI School (60.1)
- Nether Stowe School (51.0)
- Nether Stowe School (37.2)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- PRIMITAS LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1220
- Boys
- 579
- Girls
- 641
- FSM %
- 18.70
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1220 | 579 | 641 | 1250 | 18.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1232 | 573 | 659 | 1250 | 17.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1221 | 556 | 665 | 1250 | 15.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1221 | 556 | 665 | 1250 | 15.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1207 | 555 | 652 | 1250 | 13.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1177 | 548 | 629 | 1250 | 10.40 |
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