Countesthorpe Academy

URN: 147902 • Countesthorpe LE8 5PR

Overview

Name
Countesthorpe Academy
URN
147902
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
LIFE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
63.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gareth Williams (since 2025)
Telephone
01162771555
Website
Visit
Address
Winchester Road, Countesthorpe LE8 5PR

Summary

Countesthorpe Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Countesthorpe, Leicestershire, with a current enrolment of 1,190 students and a capacity of 1,795. The school emphasizes a strong ethos of respect, resilience, and success, aiming to prepare students for life beyond education. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. C. Aitcheson, the academy focuses on building confidence and fostering individual growth throughout a student's educational journey.

The curriculum at Countesthorpe Academy is designed to cater to diverse learning needs, offering a range of subjects and extracurricular activities to support student development. The school is committed to monitoring progress closely and rewarding achievements, ensuring that students are well-prepared for future opportunities, including higher education and vocational pathways.

Countesthorpe Academy also prioritizes community engagement, providing resources such as the Arbor Parent App for communication and updates on student progress. The school actively supports families with various initiatives, including online payment systems and homework management tools, to enhance the educational experience for both students and parents.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LIFE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1795
Pupils
1190
Boys
602
Girls
588
FSM %
21.70
Open date
2020-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1190 602 588 1795 21.70
2024-09-11 1246 626 620 1795 20.10
2023-09-11 1274 656 618 1795 15.10
2022-09-11 1274 656 618 1795 15.10
2021-09-11 1376 710 666 1795 12.80
2020-09-11 1795

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