The Wells Academy

URN: 147456 • Nottingham NG3 5LR

Overview

Name
The Wells Academy
URN
147456
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
39.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
George Coles (since 2025)
Telephone
01157483390
Website
Visit
Address
Ransom Drive, Nottingham NG3 5LR

Summary

The Wells Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Nottingham, serving 704 students with a capacity of 800. As part of the Greenwood Academies Trust, the school is committed to providing a high-quality education that fosters personal growth and academic excellence. The academy emphasizes a knowledge-rich curriculum and high expectations for all students, aiming to empower them to reach their full potential.

The Wells Academy prides itself on its dedicated staff, who focus on building supportive relationships with students to create a nurturing environment. The school offers exceptional facilities and encourages parental involvement, inviting families to visit and experience the academy's vibrant community firsthand.

With a significant percentage of students (47%) eligible for free school meals, The Wells Academy is situated in a diverse community and is dedicated to inclusivity. The school aims to transform lives through education, ensuring that all students have access to opportunities that prepare them for future success. For more information, visit their website at www.thewellsacademy.org.

Key details

LA
Nottingham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
800
Pupils
704
Boys
349
Girls
355
FSM %
47.00
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 704 349 355 800 47.00
2024-09-11 702 363 339 800 46.90
2023-09-11 620 332 288 800 56.00
2022-09-11 620 332 288 800 56.00
2021-09-11 641 352 289 53.50

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