St Andrew's Academy
URN: 147132 • Derby DE21 4EW
Overview
- Name
- St Andrew's Academy
- URN
- 147132
- 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
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Braybrooke (since 2020) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Melsa Buxton, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332832746
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Andrew's View, Derby DE21 4EW
Summary
St Andrew's Academy is a mixed academy special converter located in Derby, serving students aged 11 to 19 with a focus on those with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties, and various additional needs. The school adopts a person-centred approach, tailoring its educational provision to meet the individual learning profiles of its 158 pupils, who benefit from a holistic curriculum designed to enhance independence and self-regulation.
The academy operates on a dual-site model, with Key Stage 3 and 4 students primarily based on the main site, while many Key Stage 5 students attend a nearby Further Education College to foster their independence. St Andrew's Academy values collaboration with families and encourages pupil voice, ensuring that each student's needs are at the forefront of their educational experience.
With a commitment to inclusivity and support, St Andrew's Academy aims to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. The school actively engages with the local community and provides resources for parents to stay informed and involved in their children's education.
The academy operates on a dual-site model, with Key Stage 3 and 4 students primarily based on the main site, while many Key Stage 5 students attend a nearby Further Education College to foster their independence. St Andrew's Academy values collaboration with families and encourages pupil voice, ensuring that each student's needs are at the forefront of their educational experience.
With a commitment to inclusivity and support, St Andrew's Academy aims to create a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. The school actively engages with the local community and provides resources for parents to stay informed and involved in their children's education.
Useful links
- Click Here (calendar)
- Shop (other)
- Pupil Premium (other)
- Vacancies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ivy House School (68.5)
- Derby Pride Academy (66.7)
- St Clare's School (66.7)
- St Martins School (66.7)
- St Giles' School (65.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 155
- Pupils
- 158
- Boys
- 99
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 53.80
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 158 | 99 | 59 | 155 | 53.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 152 | 94 | 58 | 155 | 50.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 136 | 92 | 44 | 136 | 38.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 136 | 92 | 44 | 136 | 38.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 118 | 80 | 38 | 117 | 40.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 70 | 34 | 100 | 46.50 |
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