Wey Valley Academy
Wey Valley Academy is a secondary located in Dorset, DT3 5AN. 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 976 pupils on roll.
Wey Valley 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: Dorset
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1020
Number of Pupils: 976
Number of Boys: 464
Number of Girls: 512
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 33.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-22
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: 2023-11-29
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Dyer
Phone: 01305817000
Website: http://weyvalley-academy.co.uk/
Location: 436 Dorchester 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 Wey Valley Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Wey Valley Academy?
Wey Valley Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Wey Valley Academy admit?
Wey Valley Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Wey Valley Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Wey Valley Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Wey Valley Academy?
Wey Valley Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Wey Valley Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Wey Valley 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 Wey Valley Academy?
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