Holbrook Academy
URN: 137208 • Ipswich IP9 2QX
Overview
- Name
- Holbrook Academy
- URN
- 137208
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EAST ANGLIAN SCHOOLS TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Elliott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01473328317
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ipswich Road, Ipswich IP9 2QX
Summary
Holbrook Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Ipswich, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 593 students and a capacity of 600. The school prides itself on providing a broad and rich curriculum, aiming to foster student engagement and a sense of wonder in learning. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, “Ad Infinitum Et Ultra,” which reflects a commitment to helping students achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
The academy emphasizes individual support and pastoral care, ensuring that each student feels valued and understood. This inclusive environment is designed to promote a sense of belonging and safety, allowing students to thrive. Holbrook Academy also values strong relationships with parents and the local community, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the educational experience.
Holbrook Academy is dedicated to nurturing the talents and abilities of all students, celebrating their successes and encouraging them to envision a future without limits. The school’s commitment to diversity and respect for differences further enriches the community, making it a supportive place for all learners.
The academy emphasizes individual support and pastoral care, ensuring that each student feels valued and understood. This inclusive environment is designed to promote a sense of belonging and safety, allowing students to thrive. Holbrook Academy also values strong relationships with parents and the local community, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the educational experience.
Holbrook Academy is dedicated to nurturing the talents and abilities of all students, celebrating their successes and encouraging them to envision a future without limits. The school’s commitment to diversity and respect for differences further enriches the community, making it a supportive place for all learners.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kesgrave High School (70.0)
- Copleston High School (69.3)
- Northgate High School (68.1)
- Claydon High School (65.8)
- Hadleigh High School (61.5)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EAST ANGLIAN SCHOOLS TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 593
- Boys
- 301
- Girls
- 292
- FSM %
- 22.80
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-02-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 593 | 301 | 292 | 600 | 22.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 580 | 281 | 299 | 600 | 21.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 575 | 278 | 297 | 600 | 19.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 575 | 278 | 297 | 590 | 19.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 586 | 298 | 288 | 590 | 15.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 575 | 289 | 286 | 590 | 11.80 |
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