Friars Academy

Friars Close, Wellingborough, NN8 2LA

Academy special converter for ages 11–18 in Wellingborough. Mixed intake.

Friars Academy is a special academy in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, for boys and girls aged 11 to 18. It has a sixth form, special classes and SEN provision for autistic spectrum disorder.

The school says its ethos is "Every child, Every chance, Every day" and describes working with parents, carers and the community to develop confident, responsible, happy and independent young people. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last full inspection (2015).

Ages 11–18 · Secondary age

143 pupils · On roll

Academy special converter · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See North Northamptonshire’s deadlines and how to apply →