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
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.
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.
Useful links
- 22/09/25We're proud to share our latest video, The Wells Academy Teaching Framework, presented by our students! It shows how our expert teachers carefully plan and teach each lesson to ensure every student thrives!Read News (sen)
- 09/10/25Breakfast Bonus Week is BACK with a bang! ALL students are welcome from 8am to enjoy FREE bacon cobs and fruit juice every morning next week! We can't wait to see you there!Read News (other)
- 10/10/25Happy #WorldMentalHealthDay! This week students have been learning about how reading boosts mental wellbeing. Did you know that research from the National Literacy Trust shows engaged readers are 3 times more likely to have positive mental wellb (other)
- X (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The West Bridgford School (77.7)
- Fernwood School (76.7)
- Rushcliffe Spencer Academy (71.2)
- The Trinity Catholic School (70.2)
- Nottingham Girls' Academy (69.0)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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