The James Hornsby School
URN: 138865 • Basildon SS15 5NX
Overview
- Name
- The James Hornsby School
- URN
- 138865
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ZENITH MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tammy Nicholls (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01268582400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Leinster Road, Basildon SS15 5NX
Summary
The James Hornsby School is a mixed secondary academy located in Basildon, Essex, with a current enrolment of 1,037 students, exceeding its capacity of 900. The school has a strong commitment to inclusivity, with 46.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its focus on supporting diverse backgrounds. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at The James Hornsby School is designed to meet the needs of all students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential. The school employs the TES Class Charts system to enhance communication between parents and staff, allowing for real-time updates on students' behaviour, achievements, and attendance. This platform replaces the previous Edulink system, ensuring parents are well-informed about their child's progress.
Community engagement is a priority, with regular events such as open days for parents and carers to connect with school leadership and explore the facilities. The school is dedicated to maintaining strong relationships with families, promoting a collaborative approach to education and student development. For more information, visit their website at [jameshornsby.essex.sch.uk](http://www.jameshornsby.essex.sch.uk/).
The curriculum at The James Hornsby School is designed to meet the needs of all students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential. The school employs the TES Class Charts system to enhance communication between parents and staff, allowing for real-time updates on students' behaviour, achievements, and attendance. This platform replaces the previous Edulink system, ensuring parents are well-informed about their child's progress.
Community engagement is a priority, with regular events such as open days for parents and carers to connect with school leadership and explore the facilities. The school is dedicated to maintaining strong relationships with families, promoting a collaborative approach to education and student development. For more information, visit their website at [jameshornsby.essex.sch.uk](http://www.jameshornsby.essex.sch.uk/).
Useful links
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- SEN (sen)
- 27th Oct 2025 Autumn Half Term (other)
- Skip to main content (other)
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- Who to Contact About Admissions (other)
- Prospectus Download our 2025-26 prospectus (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Term Dates & School Day (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Woodlands School (61.3)
- De La Salle School (59.0)
- The Basildon Upper Academy (48.7)
- New Campus Basildon Studio School (47.7)
- Barstable School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Essex
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ZENITH MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 1037
- Boys
- 509
- Girls
- 528
- FSM %
- 46.20
- Open date
- 2012-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1037 | 509 | 528 | 900 | 46.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1003 | 482 | 521 | 900 | 40.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 944 | 460 | 484 | 900 | 33.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 944 | 460 | 484 | 900 | 33.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 911 | 465 | 446 | 900 | 29.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 884 | 450 | 434 | 900 | 27.00 |
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