What did Ofsted judge Sarum Academy's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Sarum Academy's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in October 2017 (last graded inspection), and an ungraded inspection in February 2023 confirmed it, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Sarum Academy?

Sarum Academy has 747 pupils on roll.

What ages does Sarum Academy take?

Sarum Academy admits pupils aged 11 to 18.

Where is Sarum Academy located?

Sarum Academy is located in Salisbury, SP2 9HS, Wiltshire.

How do I apply to Sarum Academy?

Sarum Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

Does Sarum Academy have a religious character?

Yes — Sarum Academy has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How far from Sarum Academy were places offered?

The furthest place offered at Sarum Academy for 2026-27 (Year 7) was 13.482 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

What is the largest ethnic background at Sarum Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 86.7% of pupils at Sarum Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

Sarum Academy: Ofsted, Results & Catchment 2026

School AtlasWiltshire

Wiltshire

School AtlasWiltshire

Wiltshire

How far did offers reach?

13.482miles

was the furthest place offered for 2026-27 (Year 7). The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

Last distance offered at Sarum Academy, year by year →

Sarum Academy: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Sarum Academy's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged Sarum Academy's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in October 2017 (last graded inspection), and an ungraded inspection in February 2023 confirmed it, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend Sarum Academy?: Sarum Academy has 747 pupils on roll.
What ages does Sarum Academy take?: Sarum Academy admits pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Sarum Academy located?: Sarum Academy is located in Salisbury, SP2 9HS, Wiltshire.
How do I apply to Sarum Academy?: Sarum Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.
Does Sarum Academy have a religious character?: Yes — Sarum Academy has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How far from Sarum Academy were places offered?: The furthest place offered at Sarum Academy for 2026-27 (Year 7) was 13.482 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.
What is the largest ethnic background at Sarum Academy?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 86.7% of pupils at Sarum Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

League tables in Wiltshire Compare Wiltshire schools Best secondary schools in Wiltshire Faith schools in Wiltshire Sixth forms in Wiltshire Wiltshire hub All Wiltshire schools Schools on map Admissions checker Faith school admissions guide Choosing sixth form guide Catchment areas guide What to ask on a visit

Same phase, ranked by distance and how closely they match.

Interested in this school?Register interest and we'll pass your details on if it joins School Atlas.Register interest

This school hasn't claimed its profile yet, so it can't receive enquiries here. Leave your details and we'll pass them on if the school joins School Atlas.

Nearby schools within 5 km

How far did offers reach?

13.482miles

was the furthest place offered for 2026-27 (Year 7). The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.

Last distance offered at Sarum Academy, year by year →

Sarum Academy: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Sarum Academy's overall effectiveness to be?: Ofsted judged Sarum Academy's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in October 2017 (last graded inspection), and an ungraded inspection in February 2023 confirmed it, on Ofsted's own scale.
How many pupils attend Sarum Academy?: Sarum Academy has 747 pupils on roll.
What ages does Sarum Academy take?: Sarum Academy admits pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Sarum Academy located?: Sarum Academy is located in Salisbury, SP2 9HS, Wiltshire.
How do I apply to Sarum Academy?: Sarum Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.
Does Sarum Academy have a religious character?: Yes — Sarum Academy has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How far from Sarum Academy were places offered?: The furthest place offered at Sarum Academy for 2026-27 (Year 7) was 13.482 miles from the school. The council's figures don't show whether anyone was refused, so it may not have been a cut-off.
What is the largest ethnic background at Sarum Academy?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 86.7% of pupils at Sarum Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

Same phase, ranked by distance and how closely they match.

Sarum Academy

How far did offers reach?

Sarum Academy: key facts

Similar schools nearby

Sarum Academy

Nearby schools within 5 km

How far did offers reach?

Sarum Academy: key facts

Similar schools nearby

Nearby schools within 5 km