Melbourn Village College

URN: 137527 • Royston SG8 6EF

Overview

Name
Melbourn Village College
URN
137527
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE CAM ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
28.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Spencer (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01763223400
Website
Visit
Address
The Moor, Royston SG8 6EF

Summary

Melbourn Village College, located in Royston, Cambridgeshire, is a mixed secondary academy that serves students aged 11 to 16. Established in 1959 and part of The Cam Academy Trust since 2013, the school has a current enrolment of 585 pupils, with a capacity of 740. The college is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, underpinned by its core values of kindness, curiosity, and resilience.

The curriculum at Melbourn Village College is designed to provide a broad educational experience, focusing on both academic and personal development. Students are encouraged to develop essential skills and attributes that will prepare them for future challenges. The school emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect, aiming to equip pupils with the emotional intelligence needed to thrive as global citizens.

In addition to its academic offerings, Melbourn Village College actively engages with the local community, supporting adult education programmes and making its facilities available for community use. The school prioritizes safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for learning.

Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE CAM ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
740
Pupils
585
Boys
312
Girls
273
FSM %
24.30
Open date
2011-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 585 312 273 740 24.30
2024-09-11 638 352 286 740 22.10
2023-09-11 605 328 277 740 17.00
2022-09-11 605 328 277 740 17.00
2021-09-11 621 342 279 740 13.70
2020-09-11 626 330 296 740 10.50

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