Acorn Academy
URN: 147255 • Witham CM8 1NA
Overview
- Name
- Acorn Academy
- URN
- 147255
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BRIDGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cheryl Noble (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01376512605
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Spa Road, Witham CM8 1NA
Summary
Acorn Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Witham, Essex, with a current enrolment of 224 pupils and a capacity of 270. The school is part of the Bridge Academy Trust, which focuses on providing a high-quality educational experience for children from ages 3 to 19. Acorn Academy aims to create a nurturing environment where every child can enjoy, enrich, achieve, and aspire throughout their educational journey.
The school features three classes in each year group, alongside a nursery and a specialist speech and language provision, ensuring tailored support for diverse learning needs. Acorn Academy prioritises the well-being and success of its pupils, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning. The school also offers various after-school clubs and activities to enhance the educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (32.9%), Acorn Academy is committed to serving its community and promoting inclusivity. Parents can access important information, including admissions, term dates, and school lunches, through the school's website. For further inquiries, the school can be contacted via phone or email.
The school features three classes in each year group, alongside a nursery and a specialist speech and language provision, ensuring tailored support for diverse learning needs. Acorn Academy prioritises the well-being and success of its pupils, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning. The school also offers various after-school clubs and activities to enhance the educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (32.9%), Acorn Academy is committed to serving its community and promoting inclusivity. Parents can access important information, including admissions, term dates, and school lunches, through the school's website. For further inquiries, the school can be contacted via phone or email.
Useful links
- Governors Area on SharePoint (governance)
- September 2025 (download)
- May 2025 (download)
- April 2025 (download)
- Staff Area on SharePoint (other)
- Get Directions (other)
- Log in (other)
- Website design byAPrimarySite (other)
- Learn More About Bridge (other)
- Vacancies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BRIDGE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 224
- Boys
- 111
- Girls
- 113
- FSM %
- 32.90
- Open date
- 2019-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 224 | 111 | 113 | 270 | 32.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 272 | 135 | 137 | 270 | 36.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 268 | 147 | 121 | 270 | 29.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 268 | 147 | 121 | 270 | 29.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 256 | 136 | 120 | 270 | 28.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 256 | 129 | 127 | 270 | 21.50 |
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