Longsands Academy

URN: 136992 • St Neots PE19 1LQ

Overview

Name
Longsands Academy
URN
136992
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Myhill-Johnson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01480353535
Website
Visit
Address
Longsands Road, St Neots PE19 1LQ

Summary

Longsands Academy is a mixed secondary school located in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, and is part of the Astrea Academy Trust. With a current enrolment of 1,554 pupils and a capacity of 1,838, the academy offers a fully-inclusive educational environment that prioritises academic excellence and personal development. The curriculum is designed to be knowledge-rich and is delivered by subject specialists, ensuring that all students are equipped to reach their full potential.

The academy fosters a supportive community where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and develop resilience. Longsands Academy places a strong emphasis on high expectations of behaviour and teaching standards, aiming to create a disciplined yet joyful scholarly culture. In addition to academic pursuits, a variety of extra-curricular activities are available, allowing students to showcase their talents beyond the classroom.

Governance at Longsands Academy is overseen by a Local Governance Committee, which provides support and guidance to drive improvement in educational outcomes. The academy is committed to maintaining strong relationships with parents and carers, recognising their vital role in the educational journey of their children.

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Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1838
Pupils
1554
Boys
762
Girls
792
FSM %
22.40
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1554 762 792 1838 22.40
2024-09-11 1653 827 826 1838 21.50
2023-09-11 1726 865 861 1838 17.00
2022-09-11 1726 865 861 1838 17.00
2021-09-11 1775 877 898 1838 14.30
2020-09-11 1817 917 900 1838 10.70

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