The Marlborough Science Academy

URN: 138042 • St Albans AL1 2QA

Overview

Name
The Marlborough Science Academy
URN
138042
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE MARLBOROUGH SCIENCE ACADEMY LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Annie Thomson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01727856874
Website
Visit
Address
Watling Street, St Albans AL1 2QA

Summary

The Marlborough Science Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,335 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,250. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where exemplary behaviour is noted, and students engage positively with their learning. The ethos of the academy is reflected in the positive feedback from students, who appreciate the caring nature of staff and the diverse community.

The curriculum at Marlborough offers a wide range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and various creative disciplines such as Art and Design Technology. Students are encouraged to explore their interests through clubs and extracurricular activities, enhancing their educational experience. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, ensuring that students feel safe and supported throughout their time at the academy.

Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives that promote leadership and collaboration among students. The academy actively engages with local organisations and values the contributions from the community, which enriches the overall educational experience for its students.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE MARLBOROUGH SCIENCE ACADEMY LIMITED
Capacity
1250
Pupils
1335
Boys
711
Girls
624
FSM %
19.90
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1335 711 624 1250 19.90
2024-09-11 1319 707 612 1250 18.10
2023-09-11 1281 690 591 1250 15.40
2022-09-11 1281 690 591 1250 15.40
2021-09-11 1284 685 599 1250 14.00
2020-09-11 1267 656 611 1250 11.70

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