Arthur Mellows Village College
URN: 136266 • Peterborough PE6 7JX
Overview
- Name
- Arthur Mellows Village College
- URN
- 136266
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- FOUR CS MAT
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 74.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Gilligan (since 2025) , Head of College
- Telephone
- 01733252235
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Helpston Road, Peterborough PE6 7JX
Summary
Arthur Mellows Village College is a mixed secondary academy located in Peterborough, serving approximately 1,651 students with a capacity of 1,720. The college is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence and exceptional pastoral care, fostering a supportive and inclusive community. The school operates under the values of Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence, which are integral to daily life at the college.
The college has consistently achieved outstanding outcomes in inspections, with the most recent Ofsted report in May 2025 highlighting the exemplary support and care provided to students. The curriculum is designed to challenge and engage learners, preparing them for future academic and vocational success.
In addition to academic achievements, Arthur Mellows Village College promotes a vibrant community spirit through various extracurricular activities and events. The school actively communicates with parents, recently introducing the My Child at School (MCAS) app to enhance information sharing regarding attendance, behaviour, and timetables.
The college has consistently achieved outstanding outcomes in inspections, with the most recent Ofsted report in May 2025 highlighting the exemplary support and care provided to students. The curriculum is designed to challenge and engage learners, preparing them for future academic and vocational success.
In addition to academic achievements, Arthur Mellows Village College promotes a vibrant community spirit through various extracurricular activities and events. The school actively communicates with parents, recently introducing the My Child at School (MCAS) app to enhance information sharing regarding attendance, behaviour, and timetables.
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Nearby alternatives
- Jack Hunt School (71.5)
- Nene Park Academy (63.3)
- Sir Harry Smith Community College (62.6)
- Hampton Gardens Secondary School (60.3)
- Stanground Academy (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Peterborough
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- FOUR CS MAT
- Capacity
- 1720
- Pupils
- 1651
- Boys
- 831
- Girls
- 820
- FSM %
- 18.50
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-12-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1651 | 831 | 820 | 1720 | 18.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1656 | 800 | 856 | 1720 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1682 | 808 | 874 | 1720 | 11.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1682 | 808 | 874 | 1720 | 11.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1678 | 802 | 876 | 1720 | 8.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1638 | 801 | 837 | 1720 | 7.10 |
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