Thistle Hill Academy
Aspen Drive, Sheerness, ME12 3UD
Age range
Ages 4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
332
Headteacher
Ms Rebecca Handebeaux
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Outstanding
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
About Thistle Hill Academy
Thistle Hill Academy is a primary academy in Minster-on-Sea, Sheerness, serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It admits both boys and girls.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
It is a mainstream school with resourced SEND provision. The school's SEND information covers autism. 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
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school with resourced provision
SEND provision
Resourced provision: resourced provision capacity 14; ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Specialisms
Autism
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Thistle Hill 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 Thistle Hill Academy
Local help for families near Thistle Hill Academy
Tutors & 11+
Vetted tutors serving Sheerness and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
Coming soonClubs & activities
Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near Sheerness.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Thistle Hill Academy?
Thistle Hill Academy is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Thistle Hill Academy cover?
Thistle Hill Academy serves pupils aged 4 to 11.
What SEND support does Thistle Hill Academy offer?
Thistle Hill Academy is a mainstream school with resourced SEND provision. Areas of SEND support include autism.
What Ofsted judgements has Thistle Hill Academy received?
Thistle Hill Academy has received Good and Outstanding Ofsted judgements. Its latest inspection was on 5 November 2024. Use the inspection link to read the full report.
Where is Thistle Hill Academy?
Thistle Hill Academy is at Aspen Drive, Minster-on-Sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3UD.
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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