Harrogate High School

URN: 138190 • Harrogate HG1 4AP

Overview

Name
Harrogate High School
URN
138190
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
NORTHERN STAR ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
39.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sukhraj Gill (since 2025) , Head of Academy
Telephone
01423548800
Website
Visit
Address
Ainsty Road, Harrogate HG1 4AP

Summary

Harrogate High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with a current enrolment of 672 students and a capacity of 750. The school prioritises a learning-first ethos, encapsulated in its CARES values: Courage, Aspiration, Respect, Equality, and Self-Control. These principles guide the school’s approach to fostering a supportive and engaging environment for all students.

The curriculum at Harrogate High is designed to empower students, with a strong emphasis on literacy as a foundation for academic success. Various support programs, including The Universal Offer, The Hub, The Bridge, and The Hive, are in place to help students stay engaged and make progress alongside their peers. The school also hosts events such as residential trips and parent meetings to encourage community involvement and enhance the educational experience.

Harrogate High School is committed to continual improvement and strives to provide an excellent learning environment. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that each student feels confident and valued, preparing them for success in modern Britain. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NORTHERN STAR ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
672
Boys
321
Girls
351
FSM %
32.00
Open date
2012-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 672 321 351 750 32.00
2024-09-11 720 353 367 750 29.20
2023-09-11 693 331 362 750 27.10
2022-09-11 693 331 362 750 27.10
2021-09-11 666 325 341 750 23.20
2020-09-11 629 295 334 750 20.80

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