The John Bentley School

URN: 126501 • Calne SN11 8YH

Overview

Name
The John Bentley School
URN
126501
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
G Trafford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
White Horse Way, Calne SN11 8YH

Summary

The John Bentley School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Calne, Wiltshire. With a capacity of 1,340 students, the school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic achievement and personal growth. The ethos of the school is centred around encouraging students to reach their full potential while promoting respect, responsibility, and resilience.

The curriculum at The John Bentley School is designed to cater to a diverse range of interests and abilities, offering a broad selection of subjects that prepare students for further education and the workforce. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic excellence and the development of essential life skills, ensuring that students are well-rounded individuals upon graduation.

Community engagement is an important aspect of life at The John Bentley School. The school actively collaborates with local organisations and families to create a strong support network for students. This commitment to community involvement helps to enhance the educational experience and fosters a sense of belonging among students and their families.

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Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1340
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-10-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1340
2024-09-11 1340
2023-09-11 1340
2022-09-11 1340
2021-09-11 1340
2020-09-11 1340

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