Thistle Hill Academy

URN: 140393 • Sheerness ME12 3UD

Overview

Name
Thistle Hill Academy
URN
140393
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE STOUR ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
43.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Handebeaux (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01795899119
Website
Visit
Address
Aspen Drive, Sheerness ME12 3UD

Summary

Thistle Hill Academy is a mixed primary school located in Sheerness, Kent, with a current enrolment of 332 pupils and a capacity of 420. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment that values diversity and supports all students, regardless of their backgrounds or abilities. The school promotes a culture of respect, ambition, and success, encouraging each child to shine as an individual within the learning community.

The curriculum at Thistle Hill Academy is designed to engage students and foster a love for learning. Phonics is taught from Reception using the Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised programme, ensuring that children develop essential reading and spelling skills. The school also offers wrap-around care and has a nursery nearby for younger children, facilitating a smooth transition into primary education.

Thistle Hill Academy actively involves parents in the school community, providing regular updates through weekly highlights and hosting open evenings and tours for prospective families. The school aims to create a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE STOUR ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
332
Boys
154
Girls
178
FSM %
48.20
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 332 154 178 420 48.20
2024-09-11 352 169 183 420 45.70
2023-09-11 330 173 157 420 40.60
2022-09-11 330 173 157 420 40.60
2021-09-11 320 168 152 420 39.70
2020-09-11 299 163 136 420 27.10

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