The Appleton School

URN: 136579 • Benfleet SS7 5RN

Overview

Name
The Appleton School
URN
136579
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
COMPASS EDUCATION TRUST LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Cox (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268794215
Website
Visit
Address
Croft Road, Benfleet SS7 5RN

Summary

The Appleton School, located in Benfleet, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of 1,561 pupils and a capacity of 1,500, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values individual excellence. The school has a strong historical foundation as one of the first comprehensive schools in Britain, and it aims to provide a supportive community for all students.

The curriculum at The Appleton School is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education. High expectations for behaviour and academic achievement are central to the school’s ethos, and students benefit from excellent teaching and dedicated careers guidance. The school also emphasizes the importance of respect, good manners, and leadership skills, preparing students for future success.

The Appleton School actively engages with parents and the wider community, promoting a partnership approach to education. The school offers various extra-curricular activities to enhance the learning experience and encourages students to celebrate diversity and develop confidence in a modern society.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
COMPASS EDUCATION TRUST LTD
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1561
Boys
776
Girls
785
FSM %
15.90
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1561 776 785 1500 15.90
2024-09-11 1602 794 808 1500 14.70
2023-09-11 1598 784 814 1500 12.50
2022-09-11 1598 784 814 1500 12.50
2021-09-11 1597 785 812 1500 10.70
2020-09-11 1606 811 795 1500 7.90

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