Sandye Place Academy

URN: 136541 • Sandy SG19 1JD

Overview

Name
Sandye Place Academy
URN
136541
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
30.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
B Sale (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
Park Road, Sandy SG19 1JD

Summary

Sandye Place Academy is a mixed-gender academy located in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire, catering to approximately 180 pupils aged 10 to 13. The school operates as a middle deemed secondary academy, providing a comprehensive education primarily for students transitioning from four local lower schools. Class sizes are intentionally kept small to foster strong pupil-teacher relationships and enhance individual support.

The curriculum at Sandye Place Academy is designed to meet National Curriculum requirements, with a gradual introduction of specialist teaching as students progress through the year groups. The school emphasizes a balanced educational experience, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on personal development and values such as courage, love, and tolerance.

Sandye Place Academy is committed to creating a supportive community environment, encouraging collaboration between staff, pupils, and parents. The school celebrates achievements, such as notable KS2 SATS results, and engages in community initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose among its students and families.

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Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
180
Boys
102
Girls
78
FSM %
15.00
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
2019-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 180 102 78 600 15.00
2024-09-11 180 102 78 600 15.00
2023-09-11 180 102 78 600 15.00
2022-09-11 180 102 78 600 15.00
2021-09-11 180 102 78 600 15.00
2020-09-11 180 102 78 600 15.00

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