Meppershall Church of England Academy

URN: 148640 • Shefford SG17 5LZ

Overview

Name
Meppershall Church of England Academy
URN
148640
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
POPPY HILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Margaret Newman (since 2025)
Telephone
01462813293
Website
Visit
Address
107 High Street, Shefford SG17 5LZ

Summary

Meppershall Church of England Academy, located in Shefford, is a mixed primary academy that serves 222 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. As part of the Poppy Hill Multi Academy Trust, established in 2021, the school collaborates closely with Henlow Church of England Academy to enhance the educational experience through shared expertise. The academy is committed to the holistic development of children, aligning with the educational vision of the Church of England, which focuses on spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, moral, and social growth.

The school follows the National Curriculum, prioritising the development of well-rounded, lifelong learners. Meppershall Academy operates on a split site, with younger children (Reception to Year 4) based in the village and older students (Years 5-6) attending Henlow Church of England Academy. This arrangement fosters a strong sense of community, as both schools maintain close ties with local churches and the surrounding area.

Parents interested in enrolling their children can attend open events scheduled for prospective Reception starters in September 2026. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to quality education and the well-being of its students.

Key details

LA
Central Bedfordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
POPPY HILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
222
Boys
102
Girls
120
FSM %
17.60
Open date
2021-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Bedfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 222 102 120 210 17.60
2024-09-11 212 90 122 150 15.10
2023-09-11 98 47 51 150 5.10
2022-09-11 98 47 51 150 5.10
2021-09-11 135

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