Sawtry Junior Academy
URN: 143575 • Huntingdon PE28 5SH
Overview
- Name
- Sawtry Junior Academy
- URN
- 143575
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MERIDIAN TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rhys Thrower (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01487830204
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Middlefield Road, Huntingdon PE28 5SH
Summary
Sawtry Junior Academy, located in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, is a mixed primary academy catering to children aged 7-11. With a current enrolment of 272 pupils, the school operates nine single-age classes and aims to provide a stimulating and supportive learning environment. The academy, which became part of the Meridian Trust family in June 2022, emphasizes both academic and social development, fostering independence, self-motivation, and confidence among its students.
The school values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, working closely with Sawtry Village Academy, Sawtry Infant School, and local pre-schools. The ethos of the academy is centred on the pursuit of excellence, valuing diversity, and ensuring that every student achieves their maximum potential. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with a focus on both academic excellence and extracurricular activities.
Sawtry Junior Academy is committed to providing a high-quality learning environment, equipped with modern facilities and resources. The academy encourages visits from prospective parents and values open communication, ensuring that families are well-informed and involved in their children's education.
The school values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, working closely with Sawtry Village Academy, Sawtry Infant School, and local pre-schools. The ethos of the academy is centred on the pursuit of excellence, valuing diversity, and ensuring that every student achieves their maximum potential. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with a focus on both academic excellence and extracurricular activities.
Sawtry Junior Academy is committed to providing a high-quality learning environment, equipped with modern facilities and resources. The academy encourages visits from prospective parents and values open communication, ensuring that families are well-informed and involved in their children's education.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Year 6 SATs information (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Webmail (other)
- Remote Desktop (other)
- Read our Story (other)
- Our Academies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Hartford Infant School (70.2)
- Brampton Village Primary School (64.1)
- Upwood Primary School (63.6)
- St John's CofE Primary School (62.0)
- St Helen's Primary School (61.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MERIDIAN TRUST
- Capacity
- 260
- Pupils
- 272
- Boys
- 135
- Girls
- 137
- FSM %
- 24.30
- Open date
- 2016-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 272 | 135 | 137 | 260 | 24.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 277 | 138 | 139 | 260 | 25.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 258 | 132 | 126 | 260 | 20.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 258 | 132 | 126 | 260 | 20.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 257 | 135 | 122 | 260 | 19.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 229 | 122 | 107 | 260 | 14.00 |
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