St Ivo Academy has announced it has appointed a new principal who will take up his post in September.

Tony Meneaugh is currently the vice-principal and designated safeguarding lead at Longsands Academy, in St Neots. Prior to this, Mr Meneaugh was senior deputy headteacher at The Deepings School.

St Ivo and Longsands academies are part of the Astrea Academy Trust.

Mr Meneaugh will replace Tim Blake who has been in post as interim principal throughout the summer term and will remain at the St Ives' school.

“I am delighted to be joining the Ivo in September,” said Mr Meneaugh.

“I believe that being a highly visible and positive role model for all adults and students in the school is a key attribute of an effective leader.

"Clear communication of our vision, values and expectations gives everyone the information they need to not only succeed individually, but also contribute to the rapid improvement in education that everyone in our school community deserves.”