Sandown Bay Academy

URN: 136751 • Sandown PO36 9JH

Overview

Name
Sandown Bay Academy
URN
136751
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
52.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Kelly (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
The Fairway, Sandown PO36 9JH

Summary

Sandown Bay Academy, located in Sandown on the Isle of Wight, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 880 students, against a capacity of 1,650. The academy is committed to fostering a supportive and safe environment, prioritising the welfare of its students. The ethos of the school revolves around the mission "Strive, believe, achieve," encouraging students to aim high in their academic and personal pursuits.

The curriculum at Sandown Bay Academy is designed to cater to a diverse range of interests and abilities, with a strong emphasis on both academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. The school offers a robust pastoral support system, where each student is assigned a Form Tutor to guide their progress and development. Additionally, the School Council and House System provide opportunities for student leadership and engagement.

Sandown Bay Academy values community involvement and encourages parents and families to participate in school activities. The academy aims to develop well-rounded individuals, preparing students for further education and future challenges through a rich educational experience.

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Key details

LA
Isle of Wight
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1650
Pupils
880
Boys
464
Girls
416
FSM %
15.40
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
2018-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Isle of Wight

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 880 464 416 1650 15.40
2024-09-11 880 464 416 1650 15.40
2023-09-11 880 464 416 1650 15.40
2022-09-11 880 464 416 1650 15.40
2021-09-11 880 464 416 1650 15.40
2020-09-11 880 464 416 1650 15.40

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