This is your school. These are your people. This is your place.
Applications are now open for students joining Year 7 at Workington Academy in September 2027, and we can’t wait to welcome the next generation of #WeAreWA students!
Choosing a secondary school is an important milestone for every family. At Workington Academy, we believe that every young person deserves to feel welcome, supported and inspired to achieve their very best.
We are proud of our friendly and inclusive school community, where students are encouraged to discover their talents, embrace new challenges and grow in confidence.
From engaging lessons and exciting enrichment opportunities to sport, creativity and leadership, we provide experiences that help our students develop academically, socially and personally.
Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience are at the heart of everything we do, helping students become confident, capable and successful young people.
Apply for September 2027
If your child is currently in Year 6, now is the time to apply for their secondary school place.
The deadline for applications is Saturday 31 October 2026.
Applications are made through Cumberland Council’s secondary school admissions process.
Apply for a secondary school place through Cumberland Council
You can also find full details about our admissions arrangements, policies and catchment area on our website.
Find out more about admissions at Workington Academy
Your journey starts here
We look forward to welcoming our new Year 7 students in September 2027 and helping them make the very most of their time at Workington Academy.
This is your school. These are your people. This is your place.
