The Albion Academy
102%
Capacity
896
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Albion Academy
The Albion Academy is a state-funded co-educational secondary school located in Salford, North West (M6 6QT), welcoming pupils aged 11 to 16. The school has 896 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 875 places).
Ofsted has rated The Albion Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mathew Rogers, it falls under Salford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.04 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 40.9. Additionally, ranked 1613th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 15 in Salford.
The Albion Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 246 applications for 172 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 152 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Albion Academy include Gymnasium, Theatre, Sports Hall, Sixth Form Centre, Astro Turf, Science Labs, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rowing, Basketball, Cricket, Badminton and 2 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Gardening, Newspaper, Model UN and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.8%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Salford, The Albion Academy is one of the options available in the North West 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 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Address | 1 London Street, Salford, Salford, M6 6QT |
| Headteacher | Mathew Rogers |
| Local Authority | Salford |
| Number of Pupils | 896 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.8% |
| School Capacity | 896 / 875 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.04)
1613th of 3,141
Nationally
175th of 445
In North West
5th of 15
In Salford
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.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed172
246
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
152 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Albion 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
1 London Street, Salford
Salford, M6 6QT
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