Hartsdown Academy
George V Avenue, Margate, CT9 5RE
Age range
Ages 11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
837
Headteacher
Mr Ian Wallace
Type
Secondary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
Sixth form
Yes
About Hartsdown Academy
Hartsdown Academy is a secondary academy in Margate, Kent, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. It admits both boys and girls. 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
No separate entrance assessment
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Not published
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
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Hartsdown Academy 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
Contact Hartsdown Academy
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Vetted tutors serving Margate and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
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Coming soonParent services
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Hartsdown Academy?
Hartsdown Academy is a secondary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Hartsdown Academy cover?
Hartsdown Academy serves pupils aged 11 to 18.
What SEND support does Hartsdown Academy offer?
Hartsdown Academy is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Hartsdown Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Hartsdown Academy Good after its inspection on 24 February 2026.
Where is Hartsdown Academy?
Hartsdown Academy is at George V Avenue, Margate, Kent, CT9 5RE.
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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