The Hinckley School

URN: 148417 • Hinckley LE10 1LE

Overview

Name
The Hinckley School
URN
148417
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
THE FUTURES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Samantha Rooke (since 2025)
Telephone
01455632183
Website
Visit
Address
Butt Lane, Hinckley LE10 1LE

Summary

The Hinckley School, located in Hinckley, Leicestershire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,135 students and a capacity of 1,450. Established nearly 400 years ago as Hinckley Grammar School, it has evolved into a modern educational institution that prioritises high-quality teaching and student well-being. The school transitioned to its current name in August 2022 and is part of The Futures Trust, which enhances its resources and facilities.

The curriculum at The Hinckley School is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, fostering a culture of PRIDE—Perseverance, Resilience, Integrity, Discipline, and Empathy. Students are encouraged to develop strong literacy and numeracy skills, engage in independent learning, and participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and performing arts. The school also offers a dedicated transition programme for Year 7 students, ensuring a smooth shift from primary to secondary education.

With a strong focus on academic achievement, The Hinckley School prepares students for GCSEs and A-levels, with many progressing to prestigious universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. The school aims to build a supportive community that empowers students to become informed and resilient citizens, ready to tackle future challenges.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE FUTURES TRUST
Capacity
1450
Pupils
1135
Boys
588
Girls
547
FSM %
22.20
Open date
2020-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1135 588 547 1450 22.20
2024-09-11 1166 615 551 1450 22.70
2023-09-11 1119 576 543 1450 17.90
2022-09-11 1119 576 543 1450 17.90
2021-09-11 1126 580 546 1450 15.60

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