Roman Way Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Burns Road Royston Hertfordshire SG8 5EQ |
| Reference Number | 147008 |
Roman Way Academy is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating in all assessed areas. The school fosters a positive culture where pupils feel safe, motivated, and eager to learn. With a curriculum that is well-organized and ambitious, pupils are supported effectively, particularly those with special educational needs or disabilities. This is the school's first inspection under the Education Act 2005 since it converted to an academy in 2019. The trust overseeing the school has set high expectations and is actively involved in supporting school improvement.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 234 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.42%
Girls: 46.58% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 14.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 17 | 35 |
| 2 | 21 | 19 | 40 |
| 3 | 23 | 20 | 43 |
| 4 | 29 | 16 | 45 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 73.5% |
| White, Other | 5.1% |
| African | 4.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3% |
| Indian | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.3% |
| Asian, Other | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 26 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils create a safe and positive learning environment.
- Well-organized and progressive curriculum from early years to Year 4.
- High expectations for pupil achievement are maintained across the school.
- Effective support systems for pupils with SEND ensure they access the curriculum successfully.
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning and take pride in their achievements.
Areas for Improvement
- In some subjects, curriculum expectations are not clearly defined, leading to inconsistent teaching.
- Certain year groups lack opportunities for pupils to apply their reading knowledge and develop fluency.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 14 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School
Melbourn Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7DB |
0.61 miles |
|
Tannery Drift School
Tannery Drift, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5DE |
0.67 miles |
|
Icknield Walk First School
Poplar Drive, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7EZ |
0.78 miles |
|
Studlands Rise First School
Studlands Rise, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 9HB |
1.03 miles |
|
Bassingbourn Primary School
Brook Road, Bassingbourn, Bassingbourn Cp School, Brook Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NP |
1.93 miles |
|
Melbourn Primary School
Mortlock Street, Melbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 6DB |
2.44 miles |
|
Meldreth Primary School
High Street, Meldreth, Nr Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 6LA |
2.78 miles |
|
Therfield First School
The Causeway, Therfield, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 9PP |
3.15 miles |
|
Reed First School
Jacksons Lane, Reed, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8AB |
3.51 miles |
|
Barley (VA) Church of England First School
Church End, Barley, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8JW |
3.57 miles |
|
Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School
7 Hay Street, Steeple Morden, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 0PD |
4.35 miles |
|
Barkway VA Church of England First School
84 High Street, Barkway, Hertfordshire, SG8 8EF |
4.38 miles |
|
Fowlmere Primary School
The Butts, Fowlmere, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7SL |
4.66 miles |
|
Petersfield CofE Aided Primary School
Hurdleditch Road, Orwell, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5QG |
4.98 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
King James Academy Royston
Garden Walk, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7JH |
0.67 miles |
|
Bassingbourn Village College
South End, Bassingbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5NJ |
1.86 miles |
|
Melbourn Village College
The Moor, Melbourn, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 6EF |
2.66 miles |
|
Aurora Meldreth Manor School
Fenny Lane, Meldreth, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 6LG |
2.95 miles |