Christ The King Voluntary Academy
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Capacity
845
Pupils
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Demand
About Christ The King Voluntary Academy
Christ The King Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 845 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 849 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ The King Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Love, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.12 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 47.6. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 1275th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 6 in Gedling.
Christ The King Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 417 applications for 151 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 108 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ The King Voluntary Academy include Science Labs, Tennis Courts, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, Basketball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Orchestra, Eco Club, Young Enterprise and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Gedling, Christ The King Voluntary 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 7JZ |
| Headteacher | Joanne Love |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 845 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 845 / 849 (100% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.12)
1275th of 3,141
Nationally
95th of 273
In East Midlands
3rd of 6
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
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.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
29.6
'22/23
29.1
'23/24
29.5
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed151
417
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
108 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ The King Voluntary Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Darlton Drive, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 7JZ
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