Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy
URN: 140611 • Hitchin SG5 1NS
Overview
- Name
- Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy
- URN
- 140611
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Smith (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01462459215
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fishponds Road, Hitchin SG5 1NS
Summary
Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 263 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 230. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where children are encouraged to love learning and teachers are supported in their teaching roles. The academy's vision is encapsulated in its motto, "Be extraordinary," reflecting its focus on recognising the unique qualities of each student.
The curriculum at Wilshere-Dacre is designed to provide a well-rounded education, promoting both academic achievement and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and mental health, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive. Additionally, the academy has provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), catering to diverse learning requirements.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with various events and activities planned throughout the year to foster connections among families and the wider community. Parents can stay informed through the school's website, which provides updates on events, policies, and important dates.
The curriculum at Wilshere-Dacre is designed to provide a well-rounded education, promoting both academic achievement and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on wellbeing and mental health, ensuring that students receive the support they need to thrive. Additionally, the academy has provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), catering to diverse learning requirements.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with various events and activities planned throughout the year to foster connections among families and the wider community. Parents can stay informed through the school's website, which provides updates on events, policies, and important dates.
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 230
- Pupils
- 263
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 145
- FSM %
- 13.70
- Open date
- 2014-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 263 | 118 | 145 | 230 | 13.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 267 | 125 | 142 | 230 | 16.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 253 | 131 | 122 | 230 | 15.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 253 | 131 | 122 | 230 | 15.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 266 | 136 | 130 | 230 | 16.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 266 | 135 | 131 | 230 | 13.90 |
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