Links Academy
URN: 139197 • St Albans AL4 0TZ
Overview
- Name
- Links Academy
- URN
- 139197
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LINKS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Allen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01727836150
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 1 Hixberry Lane, St Albans AL4 0TZ
Summary
Links Academy, located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, is an alternative provision academy catering to students aged 11-17. With a current enrolment of 10 pupils and a capacity of 40, the academy focuses on providing tailored educational support to those who may struggle in mainstream school settings. The institution is part of the Links Multi Academy Trust and serves the local communities of St Albans and Harpenden.
The academy's ethos centres on re-engaging students with education through a supportive and inclusive environment. Links Academy employs a School’s Intervention and Support Team that collaborates with schools to address behavioural concerns and foster positive relationships. This team works closely with parents, staff, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to each student's educational journey.
Key staff members include Mrs Brown, Head of School, and Mr Allen, Executive Headteacher. The academy prioritises safeguarding and has designated contacts for child protection. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website or contact the administration directly.
The academy's ethos centres on re-engaging students with education through a supportive and inclusive environment. Links Academy employs a School’s Intervention and Support Team that collaborates with schools to address behavioural concerns and foster positive relationships. This team works closely with parents, staff, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to each student's educational journey.
Key staff members include Mrs Brown, Head of School, and Mr Allen, Executive Headteacher. The academy prioritises safeguarding and has designated contacts for child protection. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website or contact the administration directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Heathlands School (67.0)
- Watling View School (56.6)
- St Luke's School (55.8)
- Batchwood School (46.8)
- Homewood Independent School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LINKS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 40
- Pupils
- 10
- Boys
- 8
- Girls
- 2
- FSM %
- 60.00
- Open date
- 2013-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 40 | 60.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 40 | 80.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 40 | 75.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 40 | 75.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 40 | 42.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 40 | 30.00 |
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