Holcombe Grammar School
Holcombe Grammar School is a secondary located in Medway, ME4 6JB. 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 1,033 pupils on roll.
Holcombe Grammar School is a boys 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: Boys
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: Medway
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1000
Number of Pupils: 1033
Number of Boys: 939
Number of Girls: 94
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 11.8
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-09
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: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-10-22
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Preston
Phone: 03333602130
Website: http://www.holcombegrammar.org.uk
Location: Holcombe, Maidstone 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 Holcombe Grammar School
What is the Ofsted rating of Holcombe Grammar School?
Holcombe Grammar School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Holcombe Grammar School admit?
Holcombe Grammar School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Holcombe Grammar School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Holcombe Grammar School is a boys school.
What type of school is Holcombe Grammar School?
Holcombe Grammar School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Holcombe Grammar School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Holcombe Grammar 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 Holcombe Grammar School?
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