Bensham Manor School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Ecclesbourne Road Thornton Heath Surrey CR7 7BN |
| Phone | 02086840116 |
| Reference Number | 101851 |
Bensham Manor School has demonstrated outstanding overall effectiveness in its recent inspection, reflecting significant improvements since the previous assessment. The school has a strong educational framework that supports its pupils, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Students thrive in this supportive environment, showing high levels of happiness, engagement, and exemplary behavior. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, preparing students for their future endeavors while encouraging personal development and independence.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 242 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 69.83%
Girls: 30.17% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 55.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 23.1% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 32 | 13 | 45 |
| 8 | 38 | 16 | 54 |
| 9 | 36 | 10 | 46 |
| 10 | 27 | 15 | 42 |
| 11 | 27 | 15 | 42 |
| 12 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| 13 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 30.2% |
| African | 10.7% |
| Caribbean | 8.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.8% |
| White, Other | 5.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 5% |
| Asian, Other | 5% |
| Indian | 4.5% |
| Unclassified | 2.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 05 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2023 | School inspection |
| 17 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 19 Mar 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 11 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jan 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 14 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious and meticulously sequenced.
- Pupils demonstrate exemplary behavior and attitudes.
- High expectations are set for all pupils.
- Positive relationships between adults and pupils are a key strength.
- Pupils feel safe and supported in managing their own emotions.
- Staff are highly committed and feel exceptionally supported.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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