Carlton le Willows Academy
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About Carlton le Willows Academy
Carlton le Willows Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,803 pupils on roll.
Ofsted has rated Carlton le Willows Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Jaspal Mehat, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.49 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 50.8. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 515th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 6 in Gedling.
On-site facilities at Carlton le Willows Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Astro Turf, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Library, Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Theatre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Badminton, Cross Country, Rowing, Football and 5 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Book Club, DofE and 6 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Gedling, Carlton le Willows Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Burton Road, Gedling, Gedling, NG4 4AA |
| Headteacher | Jaspal Mehat |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 1,803 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.49)
515th of 3,141
Nationally
26th of 273
In East Midlands
1st of 6
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carlton le Willows Academy
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
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School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Burton Road, Gedling
Gedling, NG4 4AA
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