Sandwich Technology School
URN: 136317 • Sandwich CT13 0FA
Overview
- Name
- Sandwich Technology School
- URN
- 136317
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SANDWICH TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Sharples (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01304610000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Deal Road, Sandwich CT13 0FA
Summary
Sandwich Technology School is a mixed secondary academy located in Sandwich, Kent, catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,235 pupils and a capacity of 1,368, the school is known for its strong academic performance and a supportive learning environment. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its ‘can do, will do’ attitude, which is fostered by both staff and students, contributing to a positive school culture.
The curriculum at Sandwich Technology School is designed to promote academic excellence while also encouraging personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including trips, sports, and cultural events, which enhance the educational experience and foster community engagement. Recent events include theatre visits, science challenges, and various sports competitions, reflecting the school’s commitment to a well-rounded education.
Sandwich Technology School also prioritises support for its students, with initiatives aimed at promoting well-being and career readiness. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (36.6%), the school is dedicated to ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. For more information, visit their website at [sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk](http://www.sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk).
The curriculum at Sandwich Technology School is designed to promote academic excellence while also encouraging personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including trips, sports, and cultural events, which enhance the educational experience and foster community engagement. Recent events include theatre visits, science challenges, and various sports competitions, reflecting the school’s commitment to a well-rounded education.
Sandwich Technology School also prioritises support for its students, with initiatives aimed at promoting well-being and career readiness. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (36.6%), the school is dedicated to ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. For more information, visit their website at [sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk](http://www.sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk).
Useful links
- Meet Our Governors (governance)
- Governor Meetings (governance)
- Governors and Staff (governance)
- Governor Log-in (governance)
- Governor Information (governance)
- Attendance/Absence (sen)
- 25th Jun 2021 A Sunny Afternoon Send Off (sen)
- Study Bugs Absence Reporting (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- STS Open Events Read More Read More (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Sir Roger Manwood's School (57.6)
- Sandwich Technology School (45.2)
- Sir Roger Manwood's School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SANDWICH TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1368
- Pupils
- 1235
- Boys
- 644
- Girls
- 591
- FSM %
- 36.60
- Open date
- 2010-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1235 | 644 | 591 | 1368 | 36.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1314 | 655 | 659 | 1368 | 32.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1391 | 734 | 657 | 1368 | 26.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1391 | 734 | 657 | 1368 | 26.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1420 | 744 | 676 | 1368 | 20.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1429 | 735 | 694 | 1368 | 16.70 |
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