Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy

URN: 149032 • Runcorn WA7 5YH

Overview

Name
Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy
URN
149032
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England/Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
28.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alicia Freeman (since 2025)
Telephone
01928564106
Website
Visit
Address
Grangeway, Runcorn WA7 5YH

Summary

Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic and Church of England Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Runcorn, Halton, with a current enrolment of 363 pupils and a capacity of 950. The academy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and faith-centred environment, drawing inspiration from Christian teachings, particularly the example of Jesus Christ. The school's ethos is encapsulated in the motto from John 10:10, emphasizing a commitment to nurturing the spiritual and personal development of every student.

The curriculum at Blessed Carlo Acutis is designed to support a holistic education, integrating academic learning with spiritual growth. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and collaboration, as evidenced by various initiatives, including partnerships with local libraries and career events. Recent achievements, such as positive outcomes from the SIAMS inspection, highlight the academy's dedication to maintaining high educational standards and a supportive atmosphere for all students.

With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (58%), the academy actively works to ensure that all pupils receive the necessary support to thrive. Blessed Carlo Acutis Academy aims to create a welcoming community where every member feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Key details

LA
Halton
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
950
Pupils
363
Boys
166
Girls
197
FSM %
58.00
Open date
2022-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 363 166 197 950 58.00
2024-09-11 372 184 188 950 57.30
2023-09-11 950
2022-09-11 950

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