Spring Common Academy

About Spring Common Academy

Spring Common Academy is a community special school for pupils aged 3-19 with special needs in the Huntingdon area. We are extremely proud of the achievements of all our pupils and the dedication and care provided by the staff team. We aim to be the very best we can, and encourage all members of our school community to set high standards in whatever they do.

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Key Facts

Students 210

Head/Principal Rebecca Greig

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 20 responses • 9.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

90% positive 10% negative

My child feels safe at this school

70% positive 20% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

80% positive 15% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

60% positive 15% negative

My child does well at this school

85% positive 15% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 20 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

10 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily R Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding Care and Support"

We've been so impressed with the care and support our child receives at Spring Common. The staff have been incredibly kind and understanding, always going above and beyond to help our child reach their full potential. We've seen them grow in confidence and ability, and we couldn't be prouder of them. The facilities are also excellent, with a wide range of activities and opportunities for the children to explore and learn.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Lee T Unconfirmed

Parent May 15, 2022

4.0

"A School That Truly Cares"

We've been really happy with our experience at Spring Common so far. The teachers and support staff are all very friendly and approachable, and our child has settled in really well. We like the emphasis on arts and physical education, and the facilities are really good. The only thing that's held us back from giving a 5-star review is the occasional lack of communication from the school - but we know this is a common issue in schools.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah G Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2020

5.0

"A School That Truly Supports"

We have nothing but praise for Spring Common Academy, who supported our child through some really tough times. The staff are incredibly dedicated and caring, and they worked tirelessly to help our child reach their full potential. We were particularly impressed by the range of activities and opportunities on offer, and the way the school encouraged our child to try new things. We're so grateful to have had the chance to be a part of the Spring Common community.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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