Bacon's College
URN: 135401 • London SE16 6AT
Overview
- Name
- Bacon's College
- URN
- 135401
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 32.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fiona Morris (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Timber Pond Road, London SE16 6AT
Summary
Bacon's College is a mixed secondary academy located in Southwark, London, with a current enrolment of 1,038 students and a capacity of 1,200. Founded in 1703 by Josiah Bacon, the school operates under the Church of England ethos, emphasizing high achievement within a supportive community grounded in Christian values. The college aims to enhance students' academic and personal development, preparing them for university or skilled employment.
The school offers a range of A Level and vocational subjects, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education tailored to their future aspirations. Bacon's College is committed to fostering an environment where every student is cared for and encouraged to excel, promoting both academic success and personal growth.
With a significant percentage of students (44.5%) eligible for free school meals, Bacon's College serves a diverse community, striving to provide equal opportunities for all. The school places a strong emphasis on governance, transparency, and continuous improvement, as evidenced by its policies, reports, and Ofsted evaluations.
The school offers a range of A Level and vocational subjects, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education tailored to their future aspirations. Bacon's College is committed to fostering an environment where every student is cared for and encouraged to excel, promoting both academic success and personal growth.
With a significant percentage of students (44.5%) eligible for free school meals, Bacon's College serves a diverse community, striving to provide equal opportunities for all. The school places a strong emphasis on governance, transparency, and continuous improvement, as evidenced by its policies, reports, and Ofsted evaluations.
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Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Southwark
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 1038
- Boys
- 517
- Girls
- 521
- FSM %
- 44.50
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- 2018-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-02-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1038 | 517 | 521 | 1200 | 44.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1038 | 517 | 521 | 1200 | 44.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1038 | 517 | 521 | 1200 | 44.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1038 | 517 | 521 | 1200 | 44.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1038 | 517 | 521 | 1200 | 44.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1038 | 517 | 521 | 1200 | 44.50 |
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