However, in 1791 it was noted by the Universal British Directory that "The old town hall and school house remain, but are ruinous".

In 1894 moved to new purpose built premises on Leicester Road, close to the current site.

Previously an upper school for pupils aged 14 to 18, in September 2015 this expanded to include 11-year-olds and was renamed from John Cleveland College to Hinckley Academy.

During December 2010 work started on phase 2 to add upper changing facilities and swimming pool.

[citation needed] The school runs football, rugby, basketball, hockey and kabbadi teams.