Saxon Hill Academy
URN: 142094 • Lichfield WS14 9DE
Overview
- Name
- Saxon Hill Academy
- URN
- 142094
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Margaret Candlish (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01543414892
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kings Hill Road, Lichfield WS14 9DE
Summary
Saxon Hill Academy is a mixed academy special converter located in Lichfield, Staffordshire, serving 133 pupils with a capacity of 125. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to become a leader in their learning and life. The Headteacher, Maggie Candlish, emphasizes the importance of joy and discovery in education, fostering a community that values each child's unique needs and potential.
The school's curriculum, known as the 'Leaders Curriculum,' is designed to inspire intellectual curiosity and prepare students for future challenges. By incorporating real-world examples and hands-on experiences, Saxon Hill Academy engages pupils, regardless of their individual complexities, and promotes independence through careful reinforcement of key learning concepts.
Saxon Hill Academy operates a school day from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a 32.5-hour week. The school provides essential support for families, including clear communication regarding absences and medical needs. Parents are encouraged to be active participants in their child's education, contributing to a vibrant and supportive community.
The school's curriculum, known as the 'Leaders Curriculum,' is designed to inspire intellectual curiosity and prepare students for future challenges. By incorporating real-world examples and hands-on experiences, Saxon Hill Academy engages pupils, regardless of their individual complexities, and promotes independence through careful reinforcement of key learning concepts.
Saxon Hill Academy operates a school day from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a 32.5-hour week. The school provides essential support for families, including clear communication regarding absences and medical needs. Parents are encouraged to be active participants in their child's education, contributing to a vibrant and supportive community.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Absence reporting online form (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Look here for. . . Bulletin board, Events, Blog, letters (calendar)
- Policies & Important Documents (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Residential Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Queen's Croft High School (62.8)
- Rocklands School (61.9)
- Saxon Hill School (60.2)
- Shenstone Lodge School (54.7)
- Queen's Croft High School (52.6)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 125
- Pupils
- 133
- Boys
- 71
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 36.90
- Open date
- 2015-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 133 | 71 | 62 | 125 | 36.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 132 | 73 | 59 | 37.60 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 121 | 67 | 54 | 34.20 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 121 | 67 | 54 | 34.20 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 118 | 66 | 52 | 32.70 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 57 | 47 | 26.40 |
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