Coopers School

URN: 136464 • Chislehurst BR7 5PS

Overview

Name
Coopers School
URN
136464
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ORION EDUCATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Bessa (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
02084673263
Website
Visit
Address
Hawkwood Lane, Chislehurst BR7 5PS

Summary

Coopers School, located in Chislehurst, Bromley, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,318 pupils and a capacity of 1,629. As part of the Orion Education Trust, the school is committed to fostering a community built on trust, respect, and resilience. The ethos prioritises inclusivity, ensuring that every pupil is known, valued, and supported to thrive academically and personally.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum for students aged 11 to 18, with a strong focus on academic achievement and personal development. Recent results highlight the school’s success, with record-breaking GCSE and A-Level outcomes, reflecting the dedication of students and staff. The school places a high emphasis on safeguarding and student well-being, creating a safe environment where pupils can flourish.

Coopers School actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement, fostering a collaborative approach to education. The leadership team, led by Principal Ms Bessa, is dedicated to maintaining high expectations and supporting students in their journey towards independence and success. For more information, visit their website at http://www.coopersschool.com/.

Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ORION EDUCATION
Capacity
1629
Pupils
1318
Boys
791
Girls
527
FSM %
24.90
Open date
2011-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1318 791 527 1629 24.90
2024-09-11 1293 755 538 1629 21.30
2023-09-11 1617 913 704 1629 16.30
2022-09-11 1617 913 704 1629 16.30
2021-09-11 1665 971 694 1629 15.50
2020-09-11 1710 975 735 1629 12.00

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