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
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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.

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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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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