Kennet School
URN: 136647 • Thatcham RG19 4LL
Overview
- Name
- Kennet School
- URN
- 136647
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Grace Rigg (since 2025) , Executive Head
- Telephone
- 01635862121
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Stoney Lane, Thatcham RG19 4LL
Summary
Kennet School is a mixed secondary academy located in Thatcham, West Berkshire, with a current enrolment of 1,814 pupils and a capacity of 1,881. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters academic achievement and personal growth. With a focus on high standards, Kennet School aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success.
The curriculum at Kennet School is designed to be broad and balanced, offering a wide range of subjects to cater to diverse interests and abilities. The school emphasizes the importance of both academic and personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their next steps, whether that be further education or entering the workforce.
Kennet School also values its role within the community, promoting strong partnerships with parents and local organizations. The school actively encourages student involvement in various extracurricular activities, which helps to build a sense of belonging and community spirit among pupils. With a free school meal percentage of 17%, the school is dedicated to supporting all students, regardless of their background.
The curriculum at Kennet School is designed to be broad and balanced, offering a wide range of subjects to cater to diverse interests and abilities. The school emphasizes the importance of both academic and personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their next steps, whether that be further education or entering the workforce.
Kennet School also values its role within the community, promoting strong partnerships with parents and local organizations. The school actively encourages student involvement in various extracurricular activities, which helps to build a sense of belonging and community spirit among pupils. With a free school meal percentage of 17%, the school is dedicated to supporting all students, regardless of their background.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kennet School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- EQUINOX LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1881
- Pupils
- 1814
- Boys
- 924
- Girls
- 890
- FSM %
- 17.00
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1814 | 924 | 890 | 1881 | 17.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1855 | 935 | 920 | 1881 | 17.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1860 | 967 | 893 | 1881 | 14.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1860 | 967 | 893 | 1881 | 14.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1815 | 938 | 877 | 1881 | 11.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1797 | 917 | 880 | 1881 | 9.50 |
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