John Spendluffe is a popular rural and mixed 11-16 Technology College, becoming a Converter Academy in August 2011. There are around 635 students on roll (with many year groups over subscribed) and as a result of parental choice being exercised, we take from a wide geographical area. The school is situated in Alford, a small market town at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds about 7 miles from the coast and approximately 35 miles from Lincoln. It draws young people from over 15 primary schools mostly from rural locations. Students flourish in an atmosphere which is purposeful but also warm and friendly. The school, originally built in the 1930s, has enjoyed extensive remodelling; over £1 million has been invested into the school buildings and facilities to ensure our students have the excellent opportunities and experiences they deserve. This has included a new Maths teaching block, redeveloped English and Humanities centres and an upgrade in Science facilities, along with an updated and extended canteen. We have also installed a new floodlit Astro-Turf and, thanks to a grant from Sport England, updated our Sports Hall. The school is a supportive place to work where we are proud of our students academic progress and individual development. We receive outstanding support from families and this collaborative approach enhances the growth of each child to become confident and personally equipped to be ready for their next stage in their learning journey. We have focussed efforts on academic rigour, establishing high expectations of students and providing an extensive range of additional activities that have had a significant effect in raising attainment in national tests and at GCSE level over the past few years. We encourage prospective students and families to come and visit us and see the unique school community that we are.
