Balgowan Primary School

URN: 137216 • Beckenham BR3 4HJ

Overview

Name
Balgowan Primary School
URN
137216
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
NEXUS EDUCATION SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
68.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maria Veysey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086586374
Website
Visit
Address
Balgowan Road, Beckenham BR3 4HJ

Summary

Balgowan Primary School, located in Beckenham, Bromley, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 618 pupils and a capacity of 654. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where traditional values are emphasized alongside high expectations for academic achievement. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the motto "Be kind, work hard, make friends," which guides the development of the whole child.

The curriculum at Balgowan focuses on achieving high levels of literacy and numeracy, while also promoting a love of learning through a values-centred approach. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents to ensure that each child is prepared for future educational challenges, particularly as they transition to Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

Balgowan Primary School actively encourages community involvement and recognizes the vital role parents play in their children's education. The school offers various opportunities for parental engagement, including open mornings and regular communication through newsletters, ensuring a strong partnership between home and school.

Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
NEXUS EDUCATION SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
654
Pupils
618
Boys
325
Girls
293
FSM %
5.00
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 618 325 293 654 5.00
2024-09-11 615 322 293 654 5.00
2023-09-11 626 321 305 654 3.70
2022-09-11 626 321 305 654 3.70
2021-09-11 662 349 313 680 3.80
2020-09-11 670 358 312 680 3.30

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