Hillview School for Girls
URN: 137104 • Tonbridge TN9 2HE
Overview
- Name
- Hillview School for Girls
- URN
- 137104
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HILLVIEW SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hilary Burkett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01732352793
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brionne Gardens, Tonbridge TN9 2HE
Summary
Hillview School for Girls is a secondary academy converter located in Tonbridge, Kent, with a current enrolment of 1,544 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,340. The school offers a supportive environment for girls, focusing on academic excellence and personal development. As a specialist Performing and Visual Arts college, Hillview provides opportunities for students to excel in disciplines such as Dance, Drama, Music, and Artistic skills, with 10% of places allocated based on aptitude in these areas.
The school encourages parental involvement through various open events and school tours, allowing families to engage with the community and learn more about the curriculum and ethos. Admissions for Year 7 entry in 2026 require applications to be submitted via Kent County Council, with specific provisions for students interested in the Performing and Visual Arts. The school emphasizes inclusivity and fairness in its admissions process, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive.
Hillview School for Girls aims to foster a strong sense of community, encouraging collaboration among students, staff, and parents. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for future success, both academically and personally.
The school encourages parental involvement through various open events and school tours, allowing families to engage with the community and learn more about the curriculum and ethos. Admissions for Year 7 entry in 2026 require applications to be submitted via Kent County Council, with specific provisions for students interested in the Performing and Visual Arts. The school emphasizes inclusivity and fairness in its admissions process, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive.
Hillview School for Girls aims to foster a strong sense of community, encouraging collaboration among students, staff, and parents. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for future success, both academically and personally.
Useful links
- Read More Here. (calendar)
- Read More Here (calendar)
- Enter Main Site (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Parents Information (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- The View @ East Street (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Judd School (79.5)
- Tonbridge Grammar School (74.9)
- Tonbridge Grammar School (70.2)
- Weald of Kent Grammar School (70.2)
- Mascalls Academy (58.2)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- HILLVIEW SCHOOL FOR GIRLS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1340
- Pupils
- 1544
- Boys
- 73
- Girls
- 1471
- FSM %
- 15.70
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1544 | 73 | 1471 | 1340 | 15.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1532 | 83 | 1449 | 1340 | 15.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1421 | 52 | 1369 | 1340 | 11.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1421 | 52 | 1369 | 1340 | 11.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1379 | 60 | 1319 | 1340 | 11.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1325 | 81 | 1244 | 1340 | 9.80 |
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