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
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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/).

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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