Debenham High School

URN: 136416 • Stowmarket IP14 6BL

Overview

Name
Debenham High School
URN
136416
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
DEBENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Martin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01728860213
Website
Visit
Address
Gracechurch Street, Stowmarket IP14 6BL

Summary

Debenham High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Stowmarket, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 699 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 625. The school is committed to nurturing excellence and integrity within its community, aiming to develop students into happy, successful, and resilient individuals. The ethos is centred on fostering curiosity and a desire to learn, ensuring that all students, regardless of background or ability, are exposed to high standards in both academic and cultural contexts.

The curriculum at Debenham High School encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as Mathematics, English, and Science, as well as creative and vocational options like Art, Drama, and Business Studies. The school also places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering support for students' social, emotional, and mental health needs, alongside opportunities for extracurricular activities and community engagement.

Parents are encouraged to participate in their children's education through various events, such as introduction evenings and school assemblies. The school maintains open communication with families, providing resources and support to help students navigate their educational journey effectively.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DEBENHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Capacity
625
Pupils
699
Boys
368
Girls
331
FSM %
13.00
Open date
2011-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 699 368 331 625 13.00
2024-09-11 687 360 327 625 11.10
2023-09-11 677 331 346 625 8.60
2022-09-11 677 331 346 625 8.60
2021-09-11 670 325 345 625 7.20
2020-09-11 672 329 343 625 4.90

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