Ansford Academy
URN: 136839 • Castle Cary BA7 7JJ
Overview
- Name
- Ansford Academy
- URN
- 136839
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Duncan Powell (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01963350895
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Maggs Lane, Castle Cary BA7 7JJ
Summary
Ansford Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Castle Cary, Somerset, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of approximately 516 pupils, the academy operates with a capacity of 760. As an academy converter, Ansford Academy focuses on providing a comprehensive education that encourages each student to achieve their personal best while fostering individual character and personality.
The school is dedicated to equipping students with the skills necessary for success in both their academic and personal lives. Ansford Academy emphasises the importance of qualifications as a means to open doors to future opportunities, while also prioritising the development of strong relationships and community engagement. The ethos of "learning together to lead our lives" underpins the school's commitment to creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
With a Free School Meals percentage of 18.5%, Ansford Academy is mindful of the diverse needs of its student body. The school aims to provide a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially, preparing them to contribute positively to both local and global communities. For more information, visit their website at http://www.ansford.org.uk.
The school is dedicated to equipping students with the skills necessary for success in both their academic and personal lives. Ansford Academy emphasises the importance of qualifications as a means to open doors to future opportunities, while also prioritising the development of strong relationships and community engagement. The ethos of "learning together to lead our lives" underpins the school's commitment to creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
With a Free School Meals percentage of 18.5%, Ansford Academy is mindful of the diverse needs of its student body. The school aims to provide a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially, preparing them to contribute positively to both local and global communities. For more information, visit their website at http://www.ansford.org.uk.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- Student Absence (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Somerset Local Offer for SEND (sen)
- Our SEND Team (sen)
- View all (calendar)
- Bulletins, Letters and Events (calendar)
- Family Bulletins (calendar)
- Letters Home (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Ansford School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 760
- Pupils
- 516
- Boys
- 272
- Girls
- 244
- FSM %
- 18.50
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 516 | 272 | 244 | 760 | 18.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 543 | 279 | 264 | 760 | 17.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 587 | 317 | 270 | 760 | 13.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 587 | 317 | 270 | 760 | 13.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 596 | 314 | 282 | 760 | 12.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 581 | 297 | 284 | 760 | 9.70 |
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