Christ Church Academy

What Christ Church Academy does

Christ Church Academy is a Church of England state-funded middle school located in Stone, Staffordshire, UK, serving pupils in Years 5 through 8 (ages 9-13). Founded in 1976, the school has operated for approximately 48 years and currently sits within The Key Educational Trust, a multi-academy trust comprising five academies. Its core proposition is mainstream primary-to-secondary transitional education delivered within a Christian-ethos framework, complemented by wraparound care, school meals, and religious-education provision.

The school's educational product centres on the national curriculum delivered across the middle-school phase, with subject-area accreditations including a Gold RE Quality Mark, Computing Quality Mark, and Artsmark Silver. It has invested in virtual reality (VR) technology to broaden instructional delivery methods and has been awarded SIAMS Excellent (2020) and Ofsted Good (January 2022) as quality validations of its provision. The staff base comprises approximately 22 listed staff with broader teaching and support roles referenced across the organisation's published staff page.

Revenue is generated primarily through UK government per-pupil funding for state academies, supplemented by ancillary fee-based services including school meals at £3.00 per day and wraparound (before- and after-school) care, plus income from charitable partnerships. As part of a multi-academy trust, the school benefits from shared governance, procurement, and back-office functions across the wider five-academy structure. A scheduled Ofsted inspection is planned for April 2026.

Name

Christ Church Academy

Legal name

Christ Church Academy

Website

https://christchurchacademy.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Christ Church Academy is a Church of England state-funded middle school in Stone, Staffordshire, serving pupils in Years 5 to 8 (ages 9-13) within The Key Educational Trust multi-academy trust, with supplementary income from school meals and wraparound care.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Middle School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Campus Spiritual & Religious Life (EDALAHAI)

Keywords

• Middle school education
• Church of england school
• Religious education
• Wraparound childcare
• Pastoral wellbeing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Stone

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Government Funding (Education Funding): As a state-funded academy, Christ Church Academy receives government funding based on student enrollment. This covers core educational operations, staffing, and facilities.
2. School Meals: Meals cooked fresh daily, priced at £3.00 per day, generating revenue from families who opt for school meals.
3. Wraparound Care: Fee-based before and after school care services (Early Risers and Home Learning Club) providing supplementary revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Christ Church Academy is a Church of England middle school delivering a four-year education programme for pupils aged 9-13 (Years 5-8) in Stone, Staffordshire. Its core offering combines the full national curriculum with religious education, pastoral care, wellbeing support, careers education, wraparound care, school meals, and enrichment programmes such as the Excellence Programme and Student Leadership Programme. The school is part of The Key Educational Trust Multi-Academy Trust and operates from a single campus on Old Road, Stone.

Product overview

Christ Church Academy is a Church of England middle school offering a comprehensive educational programme for students in Years 5-8. The core curriculum encompasses traditional subjects including Art, Computing, Design & Technology, English, French, Geography, History, Mathematics, Music, PE, PSHE & RSE, Religious Education, and Science. Beyond the core curriculum, the academy provides an integrated suite of support services and enrichment programmes including Wraparound Care (Early Risers and Home Learning Club), the Excellence Programme for gifted students, the HOPE Project for emotional wellbeing, a Student Leadership Programme with Peer Mentors and Hope Ambassadors, and a comprehensive Careers Education Programme. Additional services include School Meals, PE and Sports with competitive teams, Artsmark Silver arts education, and a Therapy Dog programme. The school uses digital platforms including MCAS for parent communication, ParentPay for payments, and various educational platforms including START, Spelling Shed, and Spag for student learning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Middle School Education (Years 5-8) Four-year Church of England middle school education programme for pupils in Years 5-8 (ages 9-13), delivering the full national curriculum with religious education, computing, arts and PE, alongside pastoral care, wellbeing, leadership opportunities and preparation for transition to secondary school. Delivered from a single campus in Stone, Staffordshire.
• Wraparound Care Before and after-school childcare provision including Early Risers Club (07:45-08:45) and Home Learning Club (15:30-17:00), providing a safe, structured environment with homework support and quiet activities for children of working and busy families.
• Excellence Programme Specialised programme for high-achieving students working above expected levels, providing challenging extension materials, CCA collectable cards, small group tasks, competitions and extra-curricular clubs to stretch and challenge gifted learners. Supported by NACE membership.
• HOPE Project Wellbeing Service School emotional wellbeing service providing early intervention support for pupils' emotional and wellbeing needs, including signposting, self-help guidance, Hope Coordinator/Mentor support and a whole-school wellbeing approach. Operated in partnership with Friends of Josh charity.
• Student Leadership Programme Leadership development programme including Super Six ambassadors, Senior Prefects, Peer Mentors and Hope Ambassadors, providing training workshops, graduation ceremonies and opportunities for pupils to support younger peers. 20 Peer Mentors are trained, with 10 also trained as Hope Ambassadors.
• School Meals Service Freshly cooked daily school meals using local meat and produce at £3.00 per day, including main meal, dessert and drink. Hot snack options available at breaktime with catering for dietary requirements and allergies. Free school meals available for eligible families.
• Careers Education Programme Comprehensive careers education embedded throughout the curriculum with discrete lessons, 4 drop-down days per year, workplace visits to local employers such as Water Plus, careers assemblies and access to online careers platforms (START, Launch Your Career, iCould, Career Pilot), with links to local FE/HE institutions and employers.
• Wellbeing Support Services Comprehensive pupil and staff wellbeing programme including dedicated wellbeing meeting time, extra-curricular clubs, sports, creative arts, leadership opportunities, Mental Health First Aiders on staff, the HOPE Project, and the therapy dog programme.
• PE and Sports Programme Physical education with 3 hours per week taught by three dedicated specialist PE teachers, including swimming lessons, Stanley Head Outdoor Centre residential for Year 6 (water sports, climbing, bouldering), extra-curricular clubs and competitive sports teams. 82% of Year 6 students meet KS2 swimming standards. Awarded the School Games Gold Award.
• Artsmark Arts Education Programme Arts education programme covering Art, Music, Drama and Design, awarded Artsmark Silver status. Includes extra-curricular clubs, concerts, festivals and partnerships with local arts organisations. Music Mark membership also held.
• Therapy Dog Programme School therapy dog (Minnie the toy poodle) providing comfort, companionship and a calming presence to support pupil wellbeing, reading sessions and pastoral care activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 82% of Year 6 students meet KS2 swimming standards
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Integration11 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Stone Lions ClubminorOthers · 17 October 2025Stone Lions Club donated £1,500 to Christ Church Academy towards the new Wellbeing Chalet project. This unlocked a matching pledge, with school community fundraising exceeding £2,000 total. The school is now appealing to local businesses for additional support with construction.
• VeoliaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Veolia staff provided VR experiences for Year 6 students during Environmental drop-down day. Students used VR headsets to explore a Power Plant and Waste Recycle Centre, providing access to buildings inaccessible to the public.
• Hope Project (Friends of Josh Charity)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018The Hope Project is a school emotional wellbeing service designed as early intervention for children and young people's emotional and wellbeing needs. Initially introduced in South Staffordshire schools, Friends of Josh Charity provided initial setup funds. Christ Church Academy joined in 2018. The project offers signposting, self-help guidance, early intervention, and promotes whole-school approach for emotional wellbeing.
• The Key Educational TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Key Educational Trust is the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) that operates Christ Church Academy. Based in Stone, Staffordshire, the Trust serves 5 academies and is part of the wider Stone School Partnership. Schools vary in size from about 550 to 81 children, covering Reception to Year 8. All are Church of England schools. The Trust enables shared best practices, resources, and collaborative support across member schools.
• Lichfield DiocesecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLichfield Diocese provides oversight for the Church of England schools within The Key Educational Trust. The shared Diocesan vision focuses on discipleship, vocation, and evangelism (DVE). Christ Church Academy is part of LDBE's prayer calendar. Reverend P Kingman serves as Ex-Officio and Chair of Trustees.
• Christ Church, StonecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChrist Church, Stone is the local church with strong ties to the Academy. Reverend Kingman plays a vital role providing weekly worship opportunities for Key Stages, supports Pursuit Club (faith exploration), and maintains close working relationship. School regularly worships as a whole at the church.
• Stanley Head Outdoor CentreminorOthersYear 6 pupils attend Stanley Head for residential outdoor education trips including water sports, climbing, and bouldering. This outdoor adventure centre provides access to activities children might not otherwise experience.
• Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNSCG hosts the annual First Lego League regional tournament at Newcastle College. The institution provides STEM ambassador support and robotics problem-solving training sessions for CCA computing students.
• Water PlusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWater Plus is the water utility company that Key Stage 3 pupils visit to learn about the company, different roles within the business, and different routes into employment as part of careers education.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Trust: Diocese of Lichfield-affiliated Church of England academy trust operating schools in the same region as CCA. Directly comparable as a fellow diocesan C of E MAT running small faith-led schools under the same Lichfield oversight structure.

Direct peers

• Academy Transformation Trust: UK Multi-Academy Trust running primary, secondary, and special schools with a not-for-profit educational remit. Directly comparable to CCA's parent MAT in structure, funding model, and values-based approach to school improvement.
• Oasis Community Learning: UK Multi-Academy Trust running primary and secondary academies with a strong values-based ethos and an explicit emphasis on inclusion, wellbeing, and community engagement — directly mirroring CCA's faith-rooted pastoral model and wraparound support.
• REAch2 Academy Trust: UK primary-focused Multi-Academy Trust with a values-led ethos. Comparable to CCA in mission, scale of member schools, and reliance on government funding, though REAch2 operates across a wider geographic footprint.
• Greenwood Academies Trust: UK Multi-Academy Trust operating a portfolio of primary and secondary schools with a not-for-profit educational ethos. Directly comparable to CCA in operating small-to-medium academies funded primarily through per-pupil government grants.

Broad incumbents

• Harris Federation: Large, established UK Multi-Academy Trust operating dozens of primary and secondary academies. A broad incumbent peer operating schools with similar government-funding revenue model and curriculum scope to CCA, though at much larger scale.
• Delta Academies Trust: UK Multi-Academy Trust operating a sizeable portfolio of primary and secondary schools, predominantly in the North of England. A broad incumbent peer running schools on a similar government-funded, MAT-governed model as CCA.
• United Learning: Large UK Multi-Academy Trust operating a national portfolio of primary and secondary schools. Comparable as an organisational peer to CCA's parent MAT in running groups of faith-and-values-led schools with shared central services and governance structures.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/christ-church-academy-stone

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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