James Marks Academy, Welwyn Garden City

Overview

James Marks Academy is a special / send school (free schools special) in Welwyn Garden City, East of England, for pupils aged 11–18. This summary is generated only from official structured fields.

School details

Official establishment type: Free schools special
Establishment group: Free Schools
Age range: Ages 11–18
Gender of entry: Mixed
Sixth form: Yes
School capacity: 60
Pupils on roll: 62
URN: 149736

Admissions

Admissions policy: Non-selective
Local authority: Hertfordshire
Academy trust or group: JAMES MARKS ACADEMY TRUST

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Official inspection data

Ofsted inspections

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Ofsted report card

Inspected 9 June 2026 · Published 16 July 2026

Renewed education inspection framework

Safeguarding standards: Met
Inclusion: Strong standard
Curriculum and teaching: Strong standard
Achievement: Strong standard
Attendance and behaviour: Strong standard
Personal development and wellbeing: Strong standard
Early years (where applicable): Not applicable
Post-16 provision (where applicable): Strong standard
Leadership and governance: Strong standard

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Location

Address: The Commons, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4RZ
Local authority: Hertfordshire
Area: Schools in Welwyn Hatfield

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