Witchford Village College

URN: 137547 • Ely CB6 2JA

Overview

Name
Witchford Village College
URN
137547
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EASTERN LEARNING ALLIANCE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Auffret (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01353662053
Website
Visit
Address
Manor Road, Ely CB6 2JA

Summary

Witchford Village College is a mixed secondary academy located in Ely, Cambridgeshire, with a current enrolment of 767 students and a capacity of 900. The college is part of the Eastern Learning Alliance, which emphasizes collaboration and shared resources among schools. The institution aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment, catering to a diverse student body, with approximately 25.9% of pupils eligible for free school meals.

The college offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of its students, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. Witchford Village College prioritises a holistic approach to education, focusing on fostering critical thinking, creativity, and resilience among its pupils.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the college's ethos, with various events and initiatives aimed at strengthening ties with local families and organisations. The college encourages parental involvement and communication, ensuring that families are well-informed and supported throughout their child's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the college's website at [witchfordvc.co.uk](http://www.witchfordvc.co.uk/).

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Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EASTERN LEARNING ALLIANCE
Capacity
900
Pupils
767
Boys
388
Girls
379
FSM %
25.90
Open date
2011-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 767 388 379 900 25.90
2024-09-11 749 381 368 900 24.10
2023-09-11 669 332 337 900 20.80
2022-09-11 669 332 337 900 20.80
2021-09-11 711 362 349 850 17.40
2020-09-11 759 391 368 850 12.70

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