The Dean Academy is a mixed secondary academy sponsor-led school located on Church Road in Lydney, Gloucestershire. It caters to students aged 11 to 16, offering a non-selective admissions policy. With a total pupil enrollment of approximately 734 students and a capacity for 1,095, the school serves a diverse community within a semi-rural setting. While the school does not have a religious character, it provides a secular education to both boys and girls. The Dean Academy is part of The Athelstan Trust, a multi-academy trust that includes six secondary and four primary schools across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire. This connection provides a robust network for shared resources and educational strategies. The school is committed to 'Enjoyment, Achievement, Community' as its core ethos, aiming to cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Full inspection
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)
Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating