The Island Free School

URN: 140691 • Ventnor PO38 1BG

Overview

Name
The Island Free School
URN
140691
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ISLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
77.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Steph Boyd (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01983857641
Website
Visit
Address
Newport Road, Ventnor PO38 1BG

Summary

The Island Free School, located in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, is a mixed secondary free school that opened in 2014. With a current enrolment of 619 pupils and a capacity of 625, the school prides itself on its small size, allowing for a strong staff-to-pupil ratio. The school community is dedicated to nurturing excellence and empowering students to reach their full potential through a supportive and caring environment.

As a music specialist school, The Island Free School offers all students the opportunity to engage with music education, alongside a robust academic curriculum that includes core subjects and the English Baccalaureate. The school emphasizes independent thinking and creativity, encouraging pupils to take an active role in their learning. Additionally, the school day includes an extended period for extracurricular enrichment and supported learning.

The ethos of the school is built on high expectations for both pupils and staff, fostering a disciplined yet comprehensive educational experience. The commitment to pastoral care ensures that each student is known and supported, making The Island Free School a valued choice for local families.

Key details

LA
Isle of Wight
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ISLAND COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Capacity
625
Pupils
619
Boys
310
Girls
309
FSM %
19.90
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Isle of Wight

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 619 310 309 625 19.90
2024-09-11 623 313 310 625 18.50
2023-09-11 622 306 316 625 15.90
2022-09-11 622 306 316 625 15.90
2021-09-11 621 300 321 625 14.30
2020-09-11 619 298 321 625 12.30

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