Wigston Academy
Wigston Academy is a secondary located in Leicestershire, LE18 2DT. 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 1,328 pupils on roll.
Wigston Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Leicestershire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1560
Number of Pupils: 1328
Number of Boys: 686
Number of Girls: 642
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 22.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-19
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: 2022-08-15
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Wilson
Phone: 01162881228
Website: www.wigstonacademy.org
Location: Station Road
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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.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wigston Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Wigston Academy?
Wigston Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Wigston Academy admit?
Wigston Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Wigston Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Wigston Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Wigston Academy?
Wigston Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Wigston Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Wigston 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 Wigston Academy?
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