Hartsdown Academy

URN: 136571 • Margate CT9 5RE

Overview

Name
Hartsdown Academy
URN
136571
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
COASTAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Tate (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01843227957
Website
Visit
Address
George V Avenue, Margate CT9 5RE

Summary

Hartsdown Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Margate, Kent, with a current enrolment of 837 students and a capacity of 1,175. The school is committed to providing an education that prepares students for both academic success and personal growth. Central to its ethos are the STRIVE values: Scholarship, Teamwork, Resilience, Integrity, Vision, and Excellence, which guide the school's approach to learning and community engagement.

The curriculum at Hartsdown Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging students to explore their interests across various subjects, including the arts, sciences, and technology. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that every student is supported in their academic journey and personal development. This focus on individual needs fosters a respectful and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to thrive.

Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr Ian Wallace, Hartsdown Academy aims to cultivate confident and compassionate individuals ready to make a positive impact in the world. The school actively promotes opportunities beyond the classroom, helping students build leadership skills and real-world readiness while maintaining high expectations for all.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
COASTAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1175
Pupils
837
Boys
432
Girls
405
FSM %
62.10
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 837 432 405 1175 62.10
2024-09-11 833 432 401 1175 62.10
2023-09-11 724 382 342 1175 58.60
2022-09-11 724 382 342 1175 58.60
2021-09-11 697 371 326 1175 52.50
2020-09-11 658 357 301 1175 45.90

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