Sir Harry Smith Community College
URN: 138053 • Peterborough PE7 1XB
Overview
- Name
- Sir Harry Smith Community College
- URN
- 138053
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ASPIRE LEARNING TRUST (WHITTLESEY)
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dawn White (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01733703991
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Eastrea Road, Peterborough PE7 1XB
Summary
Sir Harry Smith Community College is a mixed secondary academy located in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, with a current enrolment of 1,104 students and a capacity of 1,210. The college is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, guided by core values of aspiration, courage, resilience, and kindness. The curriculum is regularly evaluated to ensure students acquire the necessary skills and knowledge for future success, while a diverse range of extra-curricular activities enhances their academic experience.
The college places a strong emphasis on pastoral support, facilitated through a new House System and a dedicated leadership team. This structure aims to provide guidance and motivation for all students, including those requiring additional assistance. A well-established careers and post-16 advice programme, alongside a growing sixth form, further supports students in their educational journey.
Sir Harry Smith Community College serves its local community by prioritising student safety and respect within the learning environment. The admissions process is inclusive, with a focus on children from designated primary schools, ensuring that all preferences are treated equally. The college is committed to providing a solid foundation for students as they prepare for their future.
The college places a strong emphasis on pastoral support, facilitated through a new House System and a dedicated leadership team. This structure aims to provide guidance and motivation for all students, including those requiring additional assistance. A well-established careers and post-16 advice programme, alongside a growing sixth form, further supports students in their educational journey.
Sir Harry Smith Community College serves its local community by prioritising student safety and respect within the learning environment. The admissions process is inclusive, with a focus on children from designated primary schools, ensuring that all preferences are treated equally. The college is committed to providing a solid foundation for students as they prepare for their future.
Useful links
- SEND: Supportive Skills (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- College Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Prospectus 2024/2025 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Arthur Mellows Village College (74.7)
- Jack Hunt School (71.5)
- Nene Park Academy (63.3)
- Hampton Gardens Secondary School (60.3)
- Stanground Academy (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ASPIRE LEARNING TRUST (WHITTLESEY)
- Capacity
- 1210
- Pupils
- 1104
- Boys
- 560
- Girls
- 544
- FSM %
- 25.00
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1104 | 560 | 544 | 1210 | 25.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1094 | 554 | 540 | 1210 | 22.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1121 | 587 | 534 | 1210 | 19.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1121 | 587 | 534 | 1210 | 19.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1089 | 569 | 520 | 1210 | 18.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1056 | 546 | 510 | 1210 | 14.70 |
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