Henlow Church of England Academy
URN: 138027 • Henlow SG16 6AN
Overview
- Name
- Henlow Church of England Academy
- URN
- 138027
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- POPPY HILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 75.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Caren Earp (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01462813733
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Henlow SG16 6AN
Summary
Henlow Church of England Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Henlow, Central Bedfordshire, with a current enrolment of 617 students and a capacity of 900. The academy operates under a Christian ethos, guided by the principle from John 10:10, which emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest. This commitment to holistic development is reflected in the school's approach to education, fostering both academic achievement and personal growth.
The curriculum at Henlow Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, offering a range of GCSE options to cater to diverse student interests and strengths. The school actively promotes a supportive environment, encouraging students to engage in various extracurricular activities, including sports and music, which are integral to the school community.
Henlow Academy also prioritizes inclusivity, with 18.3% of students eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to supporting all families within the community. The school regularly hosts events such as open evenings and tours, allowing parents and prospective students to engage with the academy and its offerings. For more information, visit their website at www.henlowacademy.co.uk.
The curriculum at Henlow Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, offering a range of GCSE options to cater to diverse student interests and strengths. The school actively promotes a supportive environment, encouraging students to engage in various extracurricular activities, including sports and music, which are integral to the school community.
Henlow Academy also prioritizes inclusivity, with 18.3% of students eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to supporting all families within the community. The school regularly hosts events such as open evenings and tours, allowing parents and prospective students to engage with the academy and its offerings. For more information, visit their website at www.henlowacademy.co.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Samuel Whitbread Academy (71.1)
- Redborne Upper School and Community College (69.8)
- Sandy Secondary School (68.6)
- Harlington Upper School (67.9)
- Cedars Upper School (62.6)
Key details
- LA
- Central Bedfordshire
- Age range
- 9 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- POPPY HILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 617
- Boys
- 324
- Girls
- 293
- FSM %
- 18.30
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Bedfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 617 | 324 | 293 | 900 | 18.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 583 | 313 | 270 | 900 | 15.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 644 | 342 | 302 | 900 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 644 | 342 | 302 | 560 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 712 | 362 | 350 | 560 | 11.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 677 | 333 | 344 | 560 | 8.90 |
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