Newmarket Academy
URN: 140669 • Newmarket CB8 0EB
Overview
- Name
- Newmarket Academy
- URN
- 140669
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martin Witter (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01638664412
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Exning Road, Newmarket CB8 0EB
Summary
Newmarket Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Newmarket, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 813 students and a capacity of 900. The school operates under the Unity Schools Partnership and is committed to fostering a respectful, responsible, and resilient learning environment. The ethos of the academy emphasizes the importance of community engagement, exemplified by the Godolphin Beacon Project, which has been a cornerstone of collaboration for the past decade.
The curriculum at Newmarket Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on academic excellence alongside personal development. The school offers a range of subjects and supports students through various initiatives, including careers guidance and special educational needs (SEND) provisions. The academy also prioritizes student wellbeing and has established a Parents’ Association (NAPA) to enhance community involvement.
With 20.5% of students eligible for free school meals, Newmarket Academy is dedicated to ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive. The school actively promotes inclusivity and provides resources for academic catch-up and personal growth, preparing students for future challenges. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Newmarket Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on academic excellence alongside personal development. The school offers a range of subjects and supports students through various initiatives, including careers guidance and special educational needs (SEND) provisions. The academy also prioritizes student wellbeing and has established a Parents’ Association (NAPA) to enhance community involvement.
With 20.5% of students eligible for free school meals, Newmarket Academy is dedicated to ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive. The school actively promotes inclusivity and provides resources for academic catch-up and personal growth, preparing students for future challenges. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- About Polaris (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- About Newmarket Academy (other)
- 01638 664412 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Newmarket College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 813
- Boys
- 408
- Girls
- 405
- FSM %
- 20.50
- Open date
- 2014-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 813 | 408 | 405 | 900 | 20.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 831 | 424 | 407 | 900 | 21.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 799 | 432 | 367 | 900 | 18.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 799 | 432 | 367 | 900 | 18.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 771 | 425 | 346 | 900 | 15.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 717 | 393 | 324 | 900 | 11.20 |
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