The Marsh Academy
URN: 135290 • New Romney TN28 8BB
Overview
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shaun Simmons (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01797364593
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, New Romney TN28 8BB
Summary
The Marsh Academy, located in New Romney, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 1,017 students and a capacity of 1,110. Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school, it aims to provide a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The academy places a strong emphasis on fostering a sense of community and belonging among its pupils.
The curriculum at The Marsh Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a focus on academic achievement alongside personal development. The school actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and charity events, which help to build teamwork and leadership skills. Recent events, such as the annual ‘Race for Life’ and various talent shows, highlight the academy's commitment to community engagement and student well-being.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (38.4%), The Marsh Academy is dedicated to supporting all its pupils, particularly those facing challenges. The school’s ethos revolves around inclusivity and the belief that every student has the potential to shine.
The curriculum at The Marsh Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, with a focus on academic achievement alongside personal development. The school actively encourages participation in extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and charity events, which help to build teamwork and leadership skills. Recent events, such as the annual ‘Race for Life’ and various talent shows, highlight the academy's commitment to community engagement and student well-being.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (38.4%), The Marsh Academy is dedicated to supporting all its pupils, particularly those facing challenges. The school’s ethos revolves around inclusivity and the belief that every student has the potential to shine.
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SKINNERS' ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1110
- Pupils
- 1017
- Boys
- 526
- Girls
- 491
- FSM %
- 38.40
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 1017 | 526 | 491 | 1110 | 38.40 |
2024-09-11 | 1027 | 512 | 515 | 1110 | 34.70 |
2023-09-11 | 1080 | 554 | 526 | 1110 | 26.90 |
2022-09-11 | 1080 | 554 | 526 | 1110 | 26.90 |
2021-09-11 | 1051 | 553 | 498 | 1110 | 22.90 |
2020-09-11 | 1003 | 525 | 478 | 1110 | 19.80 |
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