West Lakes Academy is a vibrant 11-18 secondary school nestled in the western edge of the picturesque Lake District of Cumbria, serving a dynamic community of 1,200 students. Since opening in September 2008 and moving into our state-of-the-art £26m building in 2012, we have been committed to delivering the highest quality education in an environment that inspires success.
Our vision is to succeed in ‘Changing Lives through Learning’ by providing the very best possible educational opportunities for young people in West Cumbria. We have extremely high hopes for all of our students and our highly skilled and enthusiastic members of staff encourage children to have high ambitions and to work hard to achieve these.
Mr David Dennis Interim Headteacher
West Lakes Academy is committed to the creation of a fully inclusive, aspirational, high achieving Centre of Excellence, firmly rooted in the local community. Our vision is to succeed in ‘Changing Lives through Learning’ by providing the very best possible educational opportunities for young people in West Cumbria.
Changing Lives Learning Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust with Sponsor Status and is a not for profit charity which sponsors primary and secondary academies.
PREFORM
If you have any uniform that could be donated to support our uniform shop please drop this at reception.
If you require any uniform, please contact Miss Stabler and the Preform team.
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ARTISTS OF THE WEEK
⭐️ Martha C ⭐️
⭐️ Anna Beattie ⭐️
⭐️ Millie Corrie ⭐️
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Amazing … beyond proud 🥹 ⭐️🥰
Really good ,well done girls
SIXTH FORM APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Applications are now open for September 2025. Check out our new course guide and complete an application form by 28th March 2025.
Sixth Form - West Lakes Academy - Changing Lives Through Learning
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As one of the highest performing sixth form centres in Cumbria you will be joining a sixth form where success is shown in our results. Many students go on to study at their top choice of university or...1 CommentComment on Facebook
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ATTENDANCE COUNTS
As we approach the end of this half term, please remember that consistent attendance on the last day is crucial for your child’s learning.
If 1 day of school is missed, you lose 0.5% of your attendance
Thank you for your continued support in prioritizing regular school attendance.
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My child is off sick with RSV and I’m getting letters about he’s attendance I’m sorry but he’s health actually matters to me !
Send them in sick and injured.... definitely the way forward.
🔦SPOTLIGHT ON SAFEGUARDING🔦
Working together to keep our young people safe.
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SCIENCE WIZARDS ✨
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Yes! Year 10 🌟 super proud of you all.
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ℹ️ NEWSLETTER ℹ️
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Applications now open for September 2025. Check out our new course guide and complete an application form by 28th March 2025.
