Holyrood Academy
URN: 136295 • Chard TA20 1JL
Overview
- Name
- Holyrood Academy
- URN
- 136295
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BLACKDOWN EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dave Maccormick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01460260100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Zembard Lane, Chard TA20 1JL
Summary
Holyrood Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Chard, Somerset, serving students aged 11 to 18. Established in 1910, it is the only secondary school in the town and has a current enrolment of approximately 1,321 pupils, with a capacity of 1,300. The academy is committed to providing a comprehensive education that promotes social justice and mobility within the community. It is part of the Blackdown Education Partnership, which facilitates collaboration and sharing of best practices among schools.
The academy places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, believing that education can unlock future opportunities for all students, regardless of their background or ability. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, Holyrood Academy offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage in sports, arts, and community events. The school prioritises the welfare and safeguarding of its students, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for personal and social development.
Holyrood Academy is situated on a spacious 43-acre site, providing an ideal setting for learning and growth. The school is easily accessible from nearby towns and cities, making it a central hub for education in the region. Parents can find more information on the school's website or contact the administration for inquiries.
The academy places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, believing that education can unlock future opportunities for all students, regardless of their background or ability. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, Holyrood Academy offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage in sports, arts, and community events. The school prioritises the welfare and safeguarding of its students, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for personal and social development.
Holyrood Academy is situated on a spacious 43-acre site, providing an ideal setting for learning and growth. The school is easily accessible from nearby towns and cities, making it a central hub for education in the region. Parents can find more information on the school's website or contact the administration for inquiries.
Useful links
- Blackdown Education Partnership (governance)
- Local Governing Committee (governance)
- Attendance (sen)
- Reporting an Absence (sen)
- Inclusion & SEND (sen)
- News (calendar)
- Calendar & Term Dates (calendar)
- OfSTED Report (download)
- here (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Holyrood Community School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BLACKDOWN EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 1300
- Pupils
- 1321
- Boys
- 670
- Girls
- 651
- FSM %
- 25.60
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1321 | 670 | 651 | 1300 | 25.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1323 | 683 | 640 | 1300 | 23.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1322 | 673 | 649 | 1300 | 18.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1322 | 673 | 649 | 1300 | 18.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1275 | 636 | 639 | 1300 | 16.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1243 | 623 | 620 | 1300 | 13.80 |
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