The Holmesdale School
URN: 147897 • Snodland ME6 5HS
Overview
- Name
- The Holmesdale School
- URN
- 147897
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Glenn Prebble (since 2022)
- Previous head
- Lee Downey
- Telephone
- 01634240416
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Malling Road, Snodland ME6 5HS
Summary
The Holmesdale School is a mixed secondary academy located in Snodland, Kent, catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of 597 pupils and a capacity of 959, the school is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where students can thrive. The ethos of the school is centred around its ECCO values: Engagement, Character, Community, and Ownership, which guide students in their personal and academic development.
The curriculum at The Holmesdale School is designed to be ambitious and high-quality, ensuring that students are well-prepared for lifelong learning. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing independent and resilient learners, celebrating individual achievements throughout their educational journey. Staff members are dedicated to fostering a culture of improvement and support, helping students to reach their full potential.
In response to potential disruptions, The Holmesdale School has established a comprehensive remote learning provision. Utilizing Google Classroom, teachers provide resources, pre-recorded lessons, and live sessions to ensure continuity in education. Students are expected to follow their usual timetable, allowing them to maintain a structured learning routine, whether in school or at home.
The curriculum at The Holmesdale School is designed to be ambitious and high-quality, ensuring that students are well-prepared for lifelong learning. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing independent and resilient learners, celebrating individual achievements throughout their educational journey. Staff members are dedicated to fostering a culture of improvement and support, helping students to reach their full potential.
In response to potential disruptions, The Holmesdale School has established a comprehensive remote learning provision. Utilizing Google Classroom, teachers provide resources, pre-recorded lessons, and live sessions to ensure continuity in education. Students are expected to follow their usual timetable, allowing them to maintain a structured learning routine, whether in school or at home.
Useful links
- School Governance (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News, Events & Links (calendar)
- School Prospectus (download)
- Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy (other)
- Online Safety Policy (other)
- Policies & Procedures (other)
- RSHE Policy & Handbook (other)
- School Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Holmesdale School (47.0)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 959
- Pupils
- 597
- Boys
- 294
- Girls
- 303
- FSM %
- 35.50
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 597 | 294 | 303 | 959 | 35.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 562 | 270 | 292 | 959 | 35.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 959 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 959 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 959 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 959 |
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