Stratton School

URN: 137886 • Biggleswade SG18 8JB

Overview

Name
Stratton School
URN
137886
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MERIDIAN TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Farmer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01767220000
Website
Visit
Address
Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade SG18 8JB

Summary

Stratton School, located in Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 986 pupils, operating below its capacity of 1,320. The school has recently transitioned from an upper school to a full secondary institution, which includes the introduction of new year groups and a sixth form. Stratton School has received a “Good” rating from Ofsted across all key areas, reflecting its commitment to quality education, positive behaviour, and effective leadership.

The school promotes an inclusive ethos, highlighted by the opening of its Autism Centre of Excellence (ACE), which provides tailored support for neurodiverse students. This initiative aims to enhance the learning experience for all students, ensuring they feel valued and supported in their educational journey.

Stratton School is also actively engaged in promoting apprenticeships as a viable career pathway, recently receiving recognition at the House of Lords for its efforts. The school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging students to be kind, engaged, and ambitious in their pursuits.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MERIDIAN TRUST
Capacity
1320
Pupils
986
Boys
507
Girls
479
FSM %
20.80
Open date
2012-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 986 507 479 1320 20.80
2024-09-11 782 395 387 1320 19.00
2023-09-11 845 419 426 1320 12.90
2022-09-11 845 419 426 1320 12.90
2021-09-11 869 424 445 1320 11.40
2020-09-11 916 427 489 1320 9.60

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