The North School

URN: 148712 • Ashford TN24 8AL

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clair Ellerby (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01233614600
Website
Visit
Address
Essella Road, Ashford TN24 8AL

Summary

The North School, located in Ashford, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a capacity for 1,265 students and currently serves 1,270 pupils. The school prioritises high expectations and achievement, fostering a supportive community among students, staff, and parents. The ethos encourages students to develop their strengths while maintaining a focus on academic success and personal growth.

The curriculum at The North School is diverse, offering subjects such as Business Studies, Computing, Art, and English, aimed at equipping students with essential skills for future employment and further education. Each department emphasises practical learning and critical thinking, encouraging students to engage creatively and analytically with the material. The school values the input of its community, having developed its core values through consultation with students, teachers, and parents.

With a significant percentage of students (31.7%) eligible for free school meals, The North School is committed to inclusivity and support for all learners. The school strives to ensure that every student leaves with the qualifications and skills necessary for success in life beyond the classroom. For more information, visit their website at [The North School](https://www.thenorthschool.org.uk/).

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1265
Pupils
1270
Boys
702
Girls
568
FSM %
31.70
Open date
2022-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1270 702 568 1265 31.70
2024-09-11 1291 702 589 1265 31.30
2023-09-11 1221 703 518 1265 28.40
2022-09-11 1221 703 518 1043 28.40

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