HOLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL in Suffolk, Ipswich

Education Centre Information: Holbrook High School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Suffolk
Establishment Open Date: 01/09/1935
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/07/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Village - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 529
Number of boys: 291
Number of girls: 238
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Opened in 1935 as Holbrook Area School, it was renamed Holbrook County High in 1977, when it became a mixed 11-16 comprehensive. The over-subscribed school serves a rural community on Shotley peninsula, an area of 'outstanding natural beauty' on a 10-acre site on the outskirts of the village of Holbrook. It has 'successful' teams in most sports, particularly basketball, and several girls are chosen for the England basketball team each year while the school's under-15 team were national champions in 1995. Music 'flourishes' with the school invited to perform at Snape Maltings Concert Hall. 'We pride ourselves on having a friendly and welcoming atmosphere which stresses the value of individuals and the importance of maintaining good relationships. the approach to learning is businesslike and well-controlled. Well-qualified and committed teachers and support staff working within a low pupil-teacher ratio means pupils feel valued and levels of achievement are exceptionally high'.