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
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.
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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Nearby alternatives
- Gamlingay Village College (60.2)
- Gamlingay Village College (45.2)
- Sandye Place Middle School (45.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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