The Sandon School
URN: 137240 • Chelmsford CM2 7AQ
Overview
- Name
- The Sandon School
- URN
- 137240
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE SANDON SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Weaver (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01245473611
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Molrams Lane, Chelmsford CM2 7AQ
Summary
The Sandon School, located in Chelmsford, Essex, is a mixed comprehensive academy catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of 1,231 pupils and a capacity of 1,253, the school prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment grounded in traditional values of respect and courtesy. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Aiming Higher Together," emphasizes the importance of collaboration between students, families, and staff to help each student reach their full potential.
Academically, The Sandon School has demonstrated strong performance, with 75% of students achieving Grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and 53% achieving Grade 5 or above. The curriculum is designed to encourage personal and academic growth, offering a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance students' learning experiences. The school also provides a supportive framework for students, including initiatives like mentoring programs and opportunities for leadership roles within the school community.
Parents considering The Sandon School for their children are encouraged to attend school tours, which provide insight into the school's learning environment and community spirit. The school is committed to creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive both academically and personally.
Academically, The Sandon School has demonstrated strong performance, with 75% of students achieving Grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and 53% achieving Grade 5 or above. The curriculum is designed to encourage personal and academic growth, offering a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance students' learning experiences. The school also provides a supportive framework for students, including initiatives like mentoring programs and opportunities for leadership roles within the school community.
Parents considering The Sandon School for their children are encouraged to attend school tours, which provide insight into the school's learning environment and community spirit. The school is committed to creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive both academically and personally.
Useful links
- Board Rules and Delegation of Powers (governance)
- Governing Board Attendance Records (governance)
- Governing Board Committee Structure (governance)
- Governor Business Interests (governance)
- Pupil Premium (governance)
- Governance (governance)
- The Current Governing Board (governance)
- The Sandon School Accounts (governance)
- The Sandon School Articles of Association (governance)
- Information about Special Educational Needs and Disability at The Sandon School (sen)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SANDON SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1253
- Pupils
- 1231
- Boys
- 619
- Girls
- 612
- FSM %
- 15.50
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1231 | 619 | 612 | 1253 | 15.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1276 | 647 | 629 | 1253 | 14.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1278 | 642 | 636 | 1253 | 11.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1278 | 642 | 636 | 1253 | 11.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1272 | 650 | 622 | 1253 | 9.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1236 | 627 | 609 | 1253 | 7.60 |
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