Fir Vale Academy
URN: 151851 • Sheffield S4 8GB
Overview
- Name
- Fir Vale Academy
- URN
- 151851
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Smith (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01142439391
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Owler Lane, Sheffield S4 8GB
Summary
Fir Vale Academy is a secondary academy located in Sheffield, with a capacity of 1,050 students. The school is committed to educating the whole child, focusing on both academic and social achievements. The ethos of the academy is built on the principles of Togetherness, Determination, Respect, Achievement, and Kindness, which guide the school's approach to fostering a supportive learning environment.
The curriculum at Fir Vale Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, encompassing a wide range of subjects including the arts, sciences, and vocational courses. The academy places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering various opportunities for student leadership and community engagement, as well as tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Fir Vale Academy actively encourages parental involvement through regular communication, including newsletters and access to the Arbor Parent Portal. The school hosts events such as open evenings to engage with prospective students and their families, reinforcing its commitment to building a welcoming and inclusive school community. For more information, visit their website at http://firvale.com/.
The curriculum at Fir Vale Academy is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, encompassing a wide range of subjects including the arts, sciences, and vocational courses. The academy places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering various opportunities for student leadership and community engagement, as well as tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Fir Vale Academy actively encourages parental involvement through regular communication, including newsletters and access to the Arbor Parent Portal. The school hosts events such as open evenings to engage with prospective students and their families, reinforcing its commitment to building a welcoming and inclusive school community. For more information, visit their website at http://firvale.com/.
Useful links
- Governors Information (governance)
- Special Educational Needs And Disabilities (sen)
- Up & Coming Events (calendar)
- Website Terms, (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Tapton School (78.9)
- King Ecgbert School (76.3)
- Penistone Grammar School (71.4)
- High Storrs School (70.3)
- Notre Dame High School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1050 |
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