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Workington Academy

Cumberland, CA14 4EBSecondaryAges 11–18MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Mar 2022
Progress 8
-0.19
Below average
−20+2
Competition
1.1×
Oversubscribed
222 1st-choice / 202 places
Ranking
#1,995
of 3,141 nationally

About Workington Academy

Workington Academy is a popular choice among local families, with 222 first-preference applications for 202 places in the 2025/26 admissions round, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.62. This level of demand suggests a solid reputation in the community, though we don't have a direct parent recommendation percentage to confirm that picture. The school is a mixed, non-denominational state secondary for ages 11 to 18, with a capacity of 1,360 and currently 1,266 pupils on roll. It has a notably high proportion of students eligible for free school meals at 30.9%, well above the national average, which gives context to its academic results. The headteacher is Mark Bedford, and the school operates a sixth form, which is a significant draw for families wanting a through-school experience without having to move at 16.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 18 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressStainburn Road, Workington, Cumberland, CA14 4EB
HeadteacherMark Bedford
Local AuthorityCumberland
Number of Pupils1,266
Free School Meals (FSM)30.9%
School Capacity1,266 / 1,360 (93% full)
Sixth FormYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

29 Mar 2022
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Sixth Form Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

8
Science LabsLibrarySports HallPlaying FieldsArt StudiosTennis CourtsMusic RoomsSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

17

Sports

RowingSwimmingDanceRoundersNetballCross CountryTennis

Clubs & Activities

DramaNewspaperChoirOrchestraEco ClubGardeningModel United NationsDebateScience ClubYoung Enterprise

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

School day

Verified

Teaching hours

08:45 – 15:15

Source: workingtonacademy.org. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Workington Academy

Workington Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.