# Workington Academy — Workington, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mr Mark Bedford

## Contact

- **Address:** Stainburn Road, Workington, Cumbria
- **Phone:** 01900 873926
- **Website:** https://www.workingtonacademy.org/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/workington/workington-academy-16268

## About

Workington Academy is a school that values its community and provides a supportive environment for students to grow and learn.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Mar 2022
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Mar 2022
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Mar 2022
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Mar 2022
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Mar 2022

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Fantastic Experience for My Son: My son is thriving at Workington Academy, and we're so grateful for the opportunities the school has provided him. The extra-curricular activities, especially the Workington Academy Radio, have been a fantastic way for him to develop new skills and interests. We appreciate the school's commitment to student wellbeing and the support they offer to families. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Support for My Son's Growth: We've been truly impressed with the support Workington Academy has provided to my son's social and emotional growth. The staff have been wonderful at helping him develop his confidence, and we appreciate the emphasis on promoting British Values. The facilities are excellent, and the school's commitment to sustainability is something we admire. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Education and Friendly Community: My daughter attended Workington Academy from Year 7 to 11, and we were delighted with the education and opportunities she received. The school's focus on mental health and wellbeing was a huge support to her, and the staff were always approachable and friendly. We're grateful for the positive impact the school had on her life. *(Mar 2022)*
- **4/5** — Some areas for improvement, but great overall: We've been pleased with the education our child has received at Workington Academy, and the staff have been supportive. However, we've experienced some issues with communication and the school's ability to accommodate our child's needs. We appreciate the school's efforts to promote British values and the emphasis on student wellbeing, but we hope they can improve in these areas. *(Jan 2022)*

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