The Centre School
URN: 137594 • Cambridge CB24 8UA
Overview
- Name
- The Centre School
- URN
- 137594
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Raven (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01954288789
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Cambridge CB24 8UA
Summary
The Centre School, located in Cottenham, Cambridge, is a secondary special school that caters to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Established in January 2009 and part of the Astrea Academy Trust, the school currently serves 137 pupils, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans. The school aims to foster successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life beyond school.
The curriculum at The Centre School is designed to provide a diverse range of learning opportunities, both in and out of the classroom. Students are offered various accreditations and qualifications, along with a comprehensive personal development programme. The school prioritises progression, providing pathways for students to continue their education through its post-16 Vocational Programme or with other providers.
The Centre School promotes a supportive and inclusive environment, focusing on building positive relationships and high self-esteem among students. With an emphasis on functional skills, discipline, and respect for diversity, the school strives to create a community where every student can thrive and achieve their best.
The curriculum at The Centre School is designed to provide a diverse range of learning opportunities, both in and out of the classroom. Students are offered various accreditations and qualifications, along with a comprehensive personal development programme. The school prioritises progression, providing pathways for students to continue their education through its post-16 Vocational Programme or with other providers.
The Centre School promotes a supportive and inclusive environment, focusing on building positive relationships and high self-esteem among students. With an emphasis on functional skills, discipline, and respect for diversity, the school strives to create a community where every student can thrive and achieve their best.
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- Open Events (calendar)
- About Astrea (other)
- About The Centre (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Performance Information (other)
- Policies (other)
- Values and Ethos (other)
- Who’s Who? (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Pilgrim Pathways School (69.7)
- Gretton School (64.6)
- Mander Portman Woodward (58.9)
- Landmark International School (55.8)
- Holme Court School (55.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 130
- Pupils
- 137
- Boys
- 123
- Girls
- 14
- FSM %
- 64.20
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 137 | 123 | 14 | 130 | 64.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 134 | 125 | 9 | 130 | 62.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 111 | 105 | 6 | 130 | 63.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 111 | 105 | 6 | 130 | 63.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 106 | 94 | 12 | 130 | 63.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 85 | 76 | 9 | 55 | 47.40 |
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