Holderness Academy and Sixth Form College
URN: 145722 • Hull HU12 8UZ
Overview
- Name
- Holderness Academy and Sixth Form College
- URN
- 145722
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE CONSORTIUM ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neal Holder (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01482899315
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Hull HU12 8UZ
Summary
Holderness Academy and Sixth Form College, located in Preston, Hull, serves approximately 990 students within a capacity of 1,390. As a mixed, sponsor-led academy, it prioritises a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by core values of being Aspirational, Resilient, Respectful, and Kind. The school aims to empower students to reach their full potential academically and personally, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.
The curriculum at Holderness Academy is designed to be broad and aspirational, complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities that promote personal development and cultural engagement. The school places a strong emphasis on student well-being, with dedicated support systems in place, particularly for Year 7 students transitioning into secondary education. High standards in behaviour, attendance, and punctuality contribute to a calm and secure learning environment.
Community involvement is integral to the academy's ethos, with opportunities for students to engage with local initiatives and develop essential life skills. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and learn more about the positive experiences available for their children.
The curriculum at Holderness Academy is designed to be broad and aspirational, complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities that promote personal development and cultural engagement. The school places a strong emphasis on student well-being, with dedicated support systems in place, particularly for Year 7 students transitioning into secondary education. High standards in behaviour, attendance, and punctuality contribute to a calm and secure learning environment.
Community involvement is integral to the academy's ethos, with opportunities for students to engage with local initiatives and develop essential life skills. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and learn more about the positive experiences available for their children.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's College (79.7)
- St Mary's College, Voluntary Catholic Academy (78.4)
- Ron Dearing UTC (73.7)
- Kelvin Hall School (70.2)
- Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College (68.4)
Key details
- LA
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CONSORTIUM ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1390
- Pupils
- 990
- Boys
- 475
- Girls
- 515
- FSM %
- 21.30
- Open date
- 2018-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 990 | 475 | 515 | 1390 | 21.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1013 | 479 | 534 | 1390 | 20.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1138 | 483 | 655 | 1390 | 19.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1138 | 483 | 655 | 1390 | 19.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1167 | 497 | 670 | 1390 | 16.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1207 | 536 | 671 | 1390 | 12.00 |
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