State School
#4 in Best Secondary Schools in Thanet
Hartsdown Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Hartsdown Academy
Work here? Update your school profile
Hartsdown Academy
- Secondary
- Thanet CT9 5RE
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Academic Progress: Pupils can talk clearly about what they are learning and remember past lessons.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and lessons are rarely disrupted.
Qualifications and Training: Early career teachers value the guidance received.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers follow well-designed curriculum plans.
Strengths and Challenges: Skilled at checking pupil understanding but need to be more consistent.
Communication: Parents informed about pupil's progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents see confidence and learning progress in children.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff help pupils with any problems, including bullying.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have clear plans to improve language teaching.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong safeguarding culture and well-trained staff.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying happens but staff handle it well.
Extracurricular Offerings: Many clubs including sports, science, film, LGBTQ+, and choir.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Diverse activities such as Duke of Edinburgh’s award program.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers program raising pupil aspirations.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form program combines vocational, academic, and core skills work.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Ambitious support for SEND, including adapted and tailored programs.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects at key stages 3 and 4; leaders improving modern foreign languages.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Hartsdown Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 833 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 25% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Hartsdown Academy
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Hartsdown Academy
We consider education to be the key to a happy and successful life. We believe that education is more than exams it is about the character and skills to be a curious and internationally minded citizen who loves learning and wants to improve the world. No Islands, Education is a community effort we want to build partnerships with parents, other schools and the local community to deliver an excellent education to every child.
Read more
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
|
B-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.9 | 15.1 | 13.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 25% | 48% | 29% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.40 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 33.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 25% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% | 39.45% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.64 | 2.56 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 84% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.38% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.34 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 25 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 15% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 39% | 41.56% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.28 | 2.78 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 86% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.76% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.45 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 20.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% 1 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 18% | 42.83% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 6% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.75 | 2.86 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 72% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 67% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 18% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.64% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.19 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 23.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 6% | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 18% 3 | 41.45% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 14% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.95 | 2.81 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 77% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 66% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 1.64% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.53 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 20.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 6% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 15% | 40.73% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.05% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 88% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 148 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.98% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.02% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 18 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 33% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 28% | 9.04% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.32% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 15 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 27% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 27% | 11.73% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.72% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 66 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 38% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 24% | 8.98% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 17.14 7 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.62% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.71 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.87% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 4.42% | 4.23% |
Best Schools 2025
Hartsdown Academy Rankings
Snobe ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hartsdown Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1