Holme Court School
School summary
Holme Court School is one of Cambridge's smallest independent schools, with just 53 pupils on roll. That intimate scale shapes everything about the place: classes are small, pupils are known individually, and the atmosphere is closer to a close-knit community than a large institution. The school is mixed, non-denominational and takes pupils through to GCSE, with entry at age 11. It is led by headteacher Mrs Amanda Gibbard and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
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Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 21 October 2024
Teaching & academics
Teaching is geared towards GCSE qualifications, delivered in the kind of small groups that allow close attention to each pupil's progress. Notably, around 28 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, well above what is typical, suggesting a school well practised in adapting its teaching to a range of learning needs. Families seeking a nurturing, individualised approach rather than a large competitive cohort may find it a natural fit.
Head · Mrs Amanda Gibbard
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 28.3%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Schools nearby
Cambridge Muslim Secondary School
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The Perse School
East of England
Abbey College Cambridge
Cambridge, East of England
Stephen Perse Cambridge Junior School
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St. Andrew's College Cambridge
Cambridge, East of England
Sancton Wood School
East of England
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Holme Court School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.