Holcombe Grammar School
Maidstone Road, Chatham, ME4 6JB
Age range
Ages 11 to 18
Gender
Boys
Pupils
1036
Headteacher
Mr Lee Preston
Type
Grammar
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Medway
Academy
Yes
Sixth form
Yes
About Holcombe Grammar School
Holcombe Grammar School is a grammar school in Chatham, Kent, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. It is a boys' school. The school has a sixth form.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
Medway Test
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Average grade · 2024/25
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Holcombe Grammar School term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Holcombe Grammar School?
Holcombe Grammar School is a secondary academy. It is a boys' school.
What age range does Holcombe Grammar School cover?
Holcombe Grammar School serves pupils aged 11 to 18.
What SEND support does Holcombe Grammar School offer?
Holcombe Grammar School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Holcombe Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Holcombe Grammar School Good after its inspection on 13 March 2024.
Where is Holcombe Grammar School?
Holcombe Grammar School is at Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6JB.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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