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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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