St Ivo Academy

St Ivo Academy is an inclusive 11–18 school that has proudly served the community of St Ives and surrounding areas since 1955.

Rated ‘Good’ in every category by Ofsted, our most recent inspection in April 2024 highlighted a number of “positive changes” that pupils say have made the school a “better place”. Inspectors noted that students “have positive relationships with their teachers” and know that teachers “want them to achieve their best”. Pupils work hard in lessons and listen well. Pupils are “polite and respectful” and place “high value on each other’s individuality”. Pupils at St Ivo also behave well, with inspectors observing “lessons are calm, and pupils focus their attention to the work set”

You can read the full inspection report here.  

 

Our approach

At St Ivo Academy, our vision is for all students to learn, thrive, and lead successful lives.

Our ethos is simple: Work hard, be kind, achieve more.

Our core values guide everything we do:

  • Scholarship – We strive for academic excellence and offer a rich, knowledge-based curriculum that enables students and staff to explore subjects in depth.
  • Curiosity – We encourage a mindset of enquiry, innovation, and openness to different perspectives.
  • Tenacity – We promote perseverance and resilience, supporting students to overcome challenges and remain committed to their goals.
  • Responsibility – We expect integrity and accountability, with everyone in our community understanding the importance of their actions and commitments.
  • Respect – We foster an inclusive and empathetic environment where every individual is valued and treated with dignity.

Our vision

We believe every student, regardless of their starting point, deserves the guidance and support to develop the academic, social, and moral understanding needed for a successful and fulfilling future.

Together, as students, staff, and parents/carers, we build a community grounded in mutual respect, kindness, and high aspirations.

Student success at St Ivo

We aim for our students to flourish in all aspects of school life:

  • Academically: Achieving strong outcomes that prepare them for life beyond school.
  • Socially: Growing into confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and support others.
  • Emotionally: Developing resilience and maturity to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

We also believe that learning extends beyond the classroom. Through our extensive range of extra-curricular activities and educational visits, students are encouraged to build new skills, form lasting friendships, and discover new interests.

Find out more

You can explore key information about St Ivo Academy on our website. For regular updates, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

We also warmly welcome visits—come and see what makes our school such a vibrant and supportive place to learn.

 

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