HA
Hartsdown Academy
Margate·South East·Academy
No one has rated this school yet. Be the first.
1 more rating needed0/1
No one has rated this school yet. Be the first.
1 more rating needed0/1
SecondaryAcademyAges 11–18Co-edDoes not apply
Hartsdown Academy is a secondary academy in Margate, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Hartsdown Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.39 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 33.1, 37% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of z.
The school has 837 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 15.0%, 48% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 15.3%.
After leaving Hartsdown Academy, student destinations include 17% going on to university and 0% entering apprenticeships.
All student scores on y.school are calculated from anonymous ratings using a transparent, deterministic methodology. Scores are freshness-weighted (18-month half-life) and include confidence tiers based on sample size, diversity, and consistency. For full details, see the y.school methodology.
Hartsdown Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.39, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 33.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
37% of students at Hartsdown Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Hartsdown Academy achieve an average A-Level grade of z. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Hartsdown Academy has an overall absence rate of 15.3%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Hartsdown Academy is 15.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Hartsdown Academy has 837 pupils on roll.
48% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Hartsdown Academy, 17% go on to university and 0% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Hartsdown Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in December 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Hartsdown Academy is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Hartsdown Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
376/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
149/mo
40% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.6 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.3
Bus Stops
5
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Margate Rail Station
0.7km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
Hartsdown Academy has not updated their profile
Schools can manage facilities via the y.school portal
No one's rated teachers here yet. Be the first.
Other schools in the Margate area
This inspection was 4 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
85%
Child is Happy
48%
Child Feels Safe
45%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.