Sandy Hill Academy

URN: 136318 • St Austell PL25 3AT

Overview

Name
Sandy Hill Academy
URN
136318
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Bridget Rundle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0172675858
Website
Visit
Address
Sandy Hill, St Austell PL25 3AT

Summary

Sandy Hill Academy, located in St Austell, Cornwall, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 459 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 252. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and child-centred environment, guided by its motto, "Aspiring to achieve, determined to succeed." The dedicated staff aim to help each child reach their full potential, both academically and personally, while encouraging independence and resilience.

The curriculum at Sandy Hill Academy is designed to engage students and build a lifelong love of learning. It focuses on key drivers such as confidence, knowledge, and collaboration, ensuring that all pupils are motivated and challenged. The school prioritises reading and has developed a coherent and ambitious curriculum that reflects the local context and cultural capital, aiming to inspire aspirations among its students.

Sandy Hill Academy values community involvement and parental support, recognising the importance of collaboration in a child's educational journey. The school hosts various events and workshops to engage families and strengthen the school community, ensuring a holistic approach to education.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
252
Pupils
459
Boys
239
Girls
220
FSM %
18.50
Open date
2010-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 459 239 220 252 18.50
2024-09-11 453 232 221 252 20.60
2023-09-11 401 204 197 252 22.40
2022-09-11 401 204 197 252 22.40
2021-09-11 377 200 177 252 21.80
2020-09-11 349 186 163 252 17.60

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