Cecil Jones Academy

Cecil Jones Academy: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Cecil Jones Academy's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Cecil Jones Academy's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in September 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Cecil Jones Academy?

Cecil Jones Academy has 1,159 pupils on roll.

What ages does Cecil Jones Academy take?

Cecil Jones Academy admits pupils aged 11 to 18.

Where is Cecil Jones Academy located?

Cecil Jones Academy is located in Southend-on-Sea, SS2 4BU, Southend-on-Sea.

How do I apply to Cecil Jones Academy?

Cecil Jones Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

What is the largest ethnic background at Cecil Jones Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 65.2% of pupils at Cecil Jones Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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