St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy — Primary School in Ventnor

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St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy

Ventnor, PO38 1BQ

179 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

38.00% FSM %

98 Boys

81 Girls

About St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy

St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed-gender Academies located in Ventnor, Isle of Wight, in the South East region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England/Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 179 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Alex Augustus.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy sponsor led
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Isle of Wight
Region	South East
Administrative District	Isle of Wight
Parliamentary Constituency	Isle of Wight East
Ward	Wroxall, Lowtherville & Bonchurch
Urban / Rural	Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England/Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-07-2017
UKPRN	10061619
URN	143541
Data Last Updated	27-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mandy Watson	Shared Chair of Local Governing Body - Establishment	01/05/2021	30/04/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Alex Augustus	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	01/02/2022	31/08/2035	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Gillian Bushell	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	28/04/2023	08/12/2025	Elected by school staff
Ms Melonie Hopkins	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	25/10/2025	29/10/2029	Elected by parents
Ms Fiona Hurn	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	19/01/2026	18/01/2030	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Hannah Mew	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	09/12/2023	08/12/2027	Elected by school staff
Sophie Overton	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	13/10/2023	08/12/2025	Elected by parents
Joanna Saunders	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	01/05/2021	30/04/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Joanna Saunders	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	02/06/2025	01/06/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Victoria Stevens	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	22/01/2024	31/08/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Robert Torrington	Shared Local Governor - Establishment	14/12/2022	13/12/2026	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates

Schools Nearby

The Island Free School

0.16 km • Ventnor

Other

St Catherine's School and College

1.02 km • Ventnor

Other

Wroxall Primary School

1.85 km • Ventnor

Other

St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy

4.26 km • Shanklin

Other

Godshill Primary School

4.7 km • Ventnor

Other

Niton Primary School

4.74 km • Ventnor

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy?

St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy is a Academy sponsor led (group: Academies) in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.

How many pupils does St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy have?

St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy has 179 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy?

St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy a faith school?

Yes, St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy has a Church of England/Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy?

The Principal at St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy is Mr Alex Augustus.

Where is St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy located?

St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy is at Newport Road, Ventnor, PO38 1BQ, in the Isle of Wight local authority, South East.

Does St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy currently open?

St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy is currently open.

Contact

Principal

Mr Alex Augustus

Newport Road, Ventnor, PO38 1BQ

01983857449

www.stfrancisventnoracademy.org

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 143541

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026