The Holt School facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Holt School |
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Holt Lane
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England
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| Coordinates | 51°24′56″N 0°50′37″W / 51.41564°N 0.8437°W |
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| Type | Academy |
| Established | 1931 |
| Department for Education URN | 136880 Tables |
| Ofsted | Reports |
| Co-headteachers | Anne Kennedy and Katie Pearce |
| Gender | Girls (mixed sixth form) |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrolment | 1,280 |
| Website | www.holtschool.co.uk |
The Holt School is a secondary school for girls located in Wokingham, Berkshire, England. It teaches over 1,200 girls, from age 11 up to 18. Older boys can also join the school for their sixth form studies. The school is known for its strong focus on languages and science.
The school was founded in 1931. It has been on the same site since it opened. Its first headmistress was G. M. Brown. The current co-headteachers are Anne Kennedy and Katie Pearce.
School Houses
The Holt School has eight different houses. These houses help students feel like part of a smaller team. They also compete against each other in fun activities.
The houses are:
- Broderers
- Clothworkers
- Goldsmiths
- Haberdashers
- Lacemakers
- Spinners
- Tanners
- Weavers
Academic Achievements
The Holt School is an academy. It specializes in both languages and science. This means it offers extra support and opportunities in these subjects.
The school is often recognized for its excellent exam results. It is among the top 100 schools in England for GCSE and AS and A level exam scores. This shows how well students do in their studies.
Famous Former Students
Some students who attended The Holt School have gone on to achieve great things.
Notable Alumni
- Bonita Norris (born 1987) is the youngest British female to climb Mount Everest. She achieved this amazing feat in 2009.
- Celia Wade-Brown (born 1956) became the Mayor of Wellington, New Zealand. She served in this important role from 2010 to 2016.
External Links
- Official website: http://www.holtschool.co.uk
