Mark Hall Academy is a coeducational secondary school located in Harlow, Essex, England. It operates as an academy sponsor-led institution under the Academies establishment group, serving students aged 11 to 16. The school accommodates approximately 843 pupils, with a capacity for 1,080. The gender distribution is fairly balanced, with 426 boys and 417 girls enrolled. The academy is situated in an urban area and serves a diverse community, with 27.4% of students eligible for free school meals. Mark Hall Academy is part of the BMAT (BMAT Education) multi-academy trust, which aims to provide outstanding education across its network of schools. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its core values: Determination, Confidence, and Respect, reflecting its commitment to fostering a supportive and aspirational learning environment.
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2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating
First full inspection as an academy