Sir Martin Frobisher Academy

URN: 143121 • Clacton-on-Sea CO15 2QH

Overview

Name
Sir Martin Frobisher Academy
URN
143121
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
37.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Wood (since 2025)
Telephone
01255427073
Website
Visit
Address
Frobisher Drive, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 2QH

Summary

Sir Martin Frobisher Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, catering to children from Reception to Year 6. As a one-form entry school, it currently serves 185 pupils, with a capacity of 270. The academy is part of the REAch2 Academy Trust, which emphasizes strong cultural and social values alongside an innovative curriculum designed to empower students and foster independent learning.

The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where high aspirations and expectations support the development of self-esteem and community spirit among students. Sir Martin Frobisher Academy promotes a bespoke curriculum enriched with unique learning experiences, ensuring that every child develops a love of learning and achieves their potential across all areas of school life.

For families needing additional support, the school has a dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-Ordinator (SENDCo) who oversees provisions for children with SEND. The academy also offers before and after-school care, providing a safe and engaging environment for children outside of regular school hours.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
REACH2 ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
185
Boys
100
Girls
85
FSM %
75.10
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 185 100 85 270 75.10
2024-09-11 171 89 82 270 73.10
2023-09-11 188 103 85 270 72.30
2022-09-11 188 103 85 285 72.30
2021-09-11 212 115 97 315 66.50
2020-09-11 258 139 119 315 46.60

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