SecondaryData as of May 2026

Albany Academy

Bolton Road, Chorley, PR7 3AY

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Pupils

722

Ages

11-16

FSM

28.5%

Attainment 8

43.7

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

43.7

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

18.2%

Basics 9-5

33.6%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

14.0%

EBacc APS

3.73

EBacc 9-5

5.6%

EBacc 9-4

9.1%

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About Albany Academy

Albany Academy is a secondary school in Chorley, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.7. The school has around 722 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Bolton Road, Chorley, PR7 3AY | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Albany Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — Good
Nov 2022 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Mar 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Albany Academy

What is Albany Academy's Ofsted rating?

Albany Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Albany Academy's latest exam results?

Albany Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.7. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Albany Academy located?

Albany Academy is a secondary school in Chorley, Lancashire (PR7 3AY).

How many pupils attend Albany Academy?

Albany Academy has around 722 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Albany Academy with other schools?

View Albany Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Lancashire.