The Sweyne Park School

URN: 131110 • Rayleigh SS6 9BZ

Overview

Name
The Sweyne Park School
URN
131110
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andy Hodgkinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Sir Walter Raleigh Drive, Rayleigh SS6 9BZ

Summary

The Sweyne Park School is a mixed community secondary school located in Rayleigh, Essex, with a capacity for 1,240 students aged 11 to 19. The school prides itself on fostering a respectful and supportive environment, emphasising character building and personal success as core elements of its educational ethos. As a Rights Respecting School, it promotes values that encourage students to develop both academically and socially.

The curriculum at Sweyne Park is designed to provide a comprehensive education, including opportunities for extracurricular activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and various arts initiatives. The school also offers a Resource Base for Deaf Pupils, ensuring inclusive support for all students. Parents can access a range of resources and information through the school's website, including details on admissions, performance, and mental health support.

Community engagement is a key focus at Sweyne Park, with initiatives that encourage parental involvement and collaboration. The school regularly updates families on events, academic performance, and important announcements, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

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Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1240
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
1997-09-01
Close date
2013-03-31
Last Ofsted
2010-05-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1240
2024-09-11 1240
2023-09-11 1240
2022-09-11 1240
2021-09-11 1240
2020-09-11 1240

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