Katherine Semar Junior School

URN: 141572 • Saffron Walden CB11 4DU

Overview

Name
Katherine Semar Junior School
URN
141572
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Puxley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01799521120
Website
Visit
Address
Ross Close, Saffron Walden CB11 4DU

Summary

Katherine Semar Junior School is a mixed academy converter located in Saffron Walden, Essex, with a current enrolment of 249 pupils and a capacity for 270. The school serves children in the primary phase and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The headteacher, Mrs. J. Puxley, and the dedicated staff focus on fostering academic achievement and personal development.

The school day for juniors begins at 8:30 am, with classroom doors opening at 8:35 am, and ends at 3:15 pm. The school prioritises safety, ensuring that children are released only to designated adults, with specific protocols in place for late pickups. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of all learners, with additional support provided through the Inclusion Manager, Mrs. Kathie Moy.

Katherine Semar Junior School values community involvement and communication with parents. The school encourages parental engagement and provides various channels for contact, including email and phone. The ethos of the school revolves around nurturing a collaborative environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SAFFRON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
249
Boys
113
Girls
136
FSM %
12.40
Open date
2014-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 249 113 136 270 12.40
2024-09-11 245 110 135 270 15.50
2023-09-11 258 123 135 270 13.20
2022-09-11 258 123 135 270 13.20
2021-09-11 257 118 139 270 11.70
2020-09-11 253 117 136 260 9.90

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