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  • 21 Aug, 2019

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The North School

The North School is a coeducational secondary school and sixth form situated in the town of Ashford, Kent, England.

Previously a community school administered by Kent County Council, in January 2022 The North School converted to academy status. The school is now sponsored by Swale Academies Trust.

School structure

Lower school

As of 2014, the lower school has an annual intake of around 125 students at the beginning of Year Seven (aged 11). The lower school (Years 7–11) is 1,064 students strong,. The school uniform consists of a logo blazer and black trousers or skirt. Socks must be plain black and shoes. Shirts must be worn with a tie.

Curriculum

The school year runs from September to July, split across three terms: the autumn term (September to December), spring term (January to April) and the summer term (April to July). Students receive two weeks off for Christmas and Easter, a six-week summer break, and three "half term" breaks.

References

  1. ^ "School Report: The North School" (PDF). Ofsted. 24 February 2014. Retrieved 23 June 2014.
  2. ^ website, The North School. "Home". The North School.
  3. ^ "The North School - GOV.UK". get-information-schools.service.gov.uk.
  4. ^ "The North School - GOV.UK". get-information-schools.service.gov.uk.
  5. ^ "Swale Academies Trust - Home".
  6. ^ "About Us". The North School. Retrieved 23 June 2014.
  7. ^ "Compulsory School Uniform and Equipment List" (PDF). The North School. Retrieved 23 June 2014.