Etonbury Academy

URN: 137632 • Arlesey SG15 6XS

Overview

Name
Etonbury Academy
URN
137632
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Young (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01462730391
Website
Visit
Address
Stotfold Road, Arlesey SG15 6XS

Summary

Etonbury Academy, located in Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed academy converter serving students aged 9-16. Originally founded in 1955, the school transitioned from a secondary to a middle school in the 1970s and has since expanded its capacity to accommodate over 1,100 pupils. The academy is committed to providing a supportive and challenging educational environment, underpinned by core British values.

The curriculum at Etonbury Academy includes a full Key Stage 4 programme, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future academic and vocational pursuits. The school prides itself on fostering strong relationships with parents and the local community, emphasizing collaboration among staff, students, and families to enhance the educational experience.

As part of the Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST), Etonbury Academy benefits from shared services and resources aimed at continuous improvement in teaching and learning. The leadership team is focused on delivering high standards and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive during their time at the academy.

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Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
9 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BEDFORDSHIRE SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
1270
Pupils
1133
Boys
549
Girls
584
FSM %
15.80
Open date
2011-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1133 549 584 1270 15.80
2024-09-11 1109 547 562 1270 14.20
2023-09-11 923 481 442 1270 13.40
2022-09-11 923 481 442 1270 13.40
2021-09-11 971 526 445 1270 11.00
2020-09-11 1062 548 514 1270 9.10

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