Hadlow Rural Community School
URN: 139697 • Hadlow TN11 0AU
Overview
- Name
- Hadlow Rural Community School
- URN
- 139697
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HADLOW RURAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 72.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Boxall (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01732498120
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tonbridge Road, Hadlow TN11 0AU
Summary
Hadlow Rural Community School, located in Hadlow, Kent, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrolment of 391 students, exceeding its capacity of 375. The school is dedicated to integrating land-based education into its curriculum, offering students unique opportunities to engage in agriculture, horticulture, and animal care alongside their academic studies. This approach aims to provide a well-rounded education that enhances both academic and life skills.
The school promotes a strong sense of community and encourages student participation in various enriching experiences. With a commitment to fostering a supportive environment, Hadlow Rural Community School prioritises student well-being and personal development. The headteacher, Paul Boxall, emphasizes the importance of creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive.
For parents considering admission, the school offers supplementary tests for Year 6 students looking to join in September 2026, with open events scheduled for prospective families to explore the school and its ethos. The school also provides various transport options, including a dedicated bus service, to facilitate student access.
The school promotes a strong sense of community and encourages student participation in various enriching experiences. With a commitment to fostering a supportive environment, Hadlow Rural Community School prioritises student well-being and personal development. The headteacher, Paul Boxall, emphasizes the importance of creating a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive.
For parents considering admission, the school offers supplementary tests for Year 6 students looking to join in September 2026, with open events scheduled for prospective families to explore the school and its ethos. The school also provides various transport options, including a dedicated bus service, to facilitate student access.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wilmington Academy (89.4)
- The Judd School (79.5)
- Gravesend Grammar School (77.7)
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls (77.3)
- Dartford Grammar School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HADLOW RURAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL LIMITED
- Capacity
- 375
- Pupils
- 391
- Boys
- 232
- Girls
- 159
- FSM %
- 28.40
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-02-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 391 | 232 | 159 | 375 | 28.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 386 | 221 | 165 | 375 | 25.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 364 | 229 | 135 | 375 | 20.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 364 | 229 | 135 | 375 | 20.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 381 | 236 | 145 | 375 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 371 | 227 | 144 | 375 | 17.80 |
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