Herne Bay High School
Herne Bay High School is a secondary located in Kent, CT6 7NS. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,580 pupils on roll.
Herne Bay High School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Kent
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1494
Number of Pupils: 1580
Number of Boys: 815
Number of Girls: 765
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 29.0
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-09-21
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Boyes
Phone: 01227361221
Website: http://www.hernebayhigh.org
Location: Bullockstone Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Herne Bay High School
What is the Ofsted rating of Herne Bay High School?
Herne Bay High School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Herne Bay High School admit?
Herne Bay High School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Herne Bay High School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Herne Bay High School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Herne Bay High School?
Herne Bay High School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Herne Bay High School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Herne Bay High School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Herne Bay High School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Herne Bay High School in Kent. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
