Furness Academy
Furness Academy is a secondary located in Westmorland and Furness, LA13 9BB. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 1,209 pupils on roll.
Furness Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Not applicable
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Westmorland and Furness
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1200
Number of Pupils: 1209
Number of Boys: 625
Number of Girls: 584
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 29.3
Last Changed Date: 2024-11-15
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-06-14
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Laheney
Phone: 01229484270
Website: http://www.furnessacademy.co.uk/
Location: Park Drive
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Furness Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Furness Academy?
Furness Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Furness Academy admit?
Furness Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Furness Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Furness Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Furness Academy?
Furness Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Furness Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Furness Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Furness Academy?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Furness Academy in Westmorland and Furness. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
