Benenden School

URN: 118939 • Cranbrook TN17 4AA

Overview

Name
Benenden School
URN
118939
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
38.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Bailey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01580240592
Website
Visit
Address
Cranbrook Road, Cranbrook TN17 4AA

Summary

Benenden School is an independent girls' school located in Cranbrook, Kent, accommodating 532 pupils with a capacity for 620. The school offers a progressive curriculum designed to challenge high-achieving students while also supporting those who may need additional assistance. This approach aims to prepare students for both higher education and future careers.

The school places a strong emphasis on co-curricular activities, providing over 150 options for students to explore their interests and develop new skills. This extensive programme is complemented by a robust pastoral care system, ensuring that all students, whether boarders or day pupils, have access to a supportive network that fosters their wellbeing.

Benenden is noted for its academic success, with 93% of A-Level students achieving grades A*-B in 2024, and a high percentage of students gaining admission to their first-choice universities. The school also encourages community involvement, with students dedicating significant time to volunteering. Overall, Benenden School aims to deliver a well-rounded education that nurtures both academic and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
10 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
620
Pupils
532
Boys
0
Girls
532
FSM %
Open date
1926-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 532 0 532 620
2024-09-11 545 0 545 620
2023-09-11 531 0 531 559 0.00
2022-09-11 531 0 531 559 0.00
2021-09-11 528 0 528 559 0.00
2020-09-11 536 0 536 559 0.00

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