Garden City Academy

URN: 138389 • Letchworth Garden City SG6 2JZ

Overview

Name
Garden City Academy
URN
138389
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
47.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Samantha Ruck (since 2025)
Telephone
01462621800
Website
Visit
Address
Radburn Way, Letchworth Garden City SG6 2JZ

Summary

Garden City Academy, located in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, is a mixed primary academy that has been part of the REAch2 Academy Trust since September 2012. With a current enrolment of 171 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and included. The academy's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Growing Confidence, Aiming High," reflecting its commitment to fostering positive relationships between home and school.

The school prioritises high expectations for all students and supports their personal growth through initiatives such as pupil parliament and the Year 6 buddy system. Garden City Academy believes in the importance of collaboration with parents and carers to enhance educational outcomes, ensuring that children acquire essential knowledge and skills for their future.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (46.20%), the academy is dedicated to addressing diverse needs within its community. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Samantha Ruck, encourages visits to the school to experience its vibrant environment firsthand. For further information, parents can contact the school office via email.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
171
Boys
93
Girls
78
FSM %
46.20
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 171 93 78 210 46.20
2024-09-11 185 99 86 210 47.90
2023-09-11 209 104 105 210 42.20
2022-09-11 209 104 105 210 42.20
2021-09-11 233 108 125 210 49.30
2020-09-11 240 116 124 210 38.40

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