The North School
The North School is a secondary located in Kent, TN24 8AL. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,291 pupils on roll.
The North 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 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
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: 1265
Number of Pupils: 1291
Number of Boys: 702
Number of Girls: 589
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 31.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-03
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: Yes
Inspection Date: 2017-10-19
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Ellerby
Phone: 01233614600
Website: https://www.thenorthschool.org.uk/
Location: Essella 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 The North School
What is the Ofsted rating of The North School?
The North School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The North School admit?
The North School admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is The North School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The North School is a mixed school.
What type of school is The North School?
The North School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The North School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The North 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 The North School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near The North School in Kent. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
