Wey Valley Academy

URN: 147291 • Weymouth DT3 5AN

Overview

Name
Wey Valley Academy
URN
147291
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
45.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Steven Dyer (since 2025)
Telephone
01305817000
Website
Visit
Address
436 Dorchester Road, Weymouth DT3 5AN

Summary

Wey Valley Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Weymouth, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 996 students and a capacity of 1,020. As an academy converter, it operates with a commitment to providing a comprehensive education for students aged 11 to 16. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where respect, resilience, and ambition are core values that guide both academic and personal development.

The curriculum at Wey Valley Academy is designed to encourage students to explore their interests and develop their talents across various subjects. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and sports teams, aimed at promoting personal growth and teamwork. The leadership emphasizes high expectations and strives for academic excellence, preparing students for future challenges.

Wey Valley Academy actively engages with the local community, building relationships that enhance educational opportunities and workplace readiness. The school's ethos focuses on nurturing the next generation of leaders and thinkers, ensuring that every student is empowered to thrive in a respectful and ambitious environment.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED
Capacity
1020
Pupils
996
Boys
498
Girls
498
FSM %
33.00
Open date
2019-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 996 498 498 1020 33.00
2024-09-11 976 464 512 1020 33.70
2023-09-11 932 459 473 1020 32.20
2022-09-11 932 459 473 1020 32.20
2021-09-11 888 442 446 1020 32.70
2020-09-11 863 444 419 1271 27.60

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