Park Vale Academy

Park Vale Academy is a mixed-gender, secondary academy located in the urban area of Top Valley Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. Catering to students aged 11 to 16, the school serves a diverse community with a total enrolment of 898 pupils out of a capacity of 950. Despite its urban setting, the school strives to offer comprehensive education and nurture individual potential. The academy operates under a non-selective admissions policy, welcoming a broad spectrum of students from the surrounding community. With 43% of its students eligible for free school meals, Park Vale Academy is committed to providing accessible education to all, regardless of socio-economic background. The school operates without a religious character, allowing it to focus on a secular and inclusive educational environment. Led by Head Teacher Steve Bowhay, Park Vale Academy is part of the larger Academies establishment group, fostering a supportive and collaborative educational community.