Wey Valley Academy

Wey Valley Academy is a mixed-gender secondary academy located in Weymouth, Dorset, serving students aged 11 to 16. As an academy converter, the school operates under the Academies establishment group. Situated in an urban setting at 436 Dorchester Road, the school is part of the Authentic Education Trust and has a total pupil enrollment of approximately 996, nearly reaching its capacity of 1020. The school caters to a diverse community with 33% of the student body eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to serving a wide socio-economic demographic. Despite its urban location, Wey Valley Academy provides a range of educational opportunities designed to prepare students for future academic and vocational pursuits. The school does not have a sixth form, focusing its resources on the secondary phase of education.