Hurstmere School

URN: 137368 • Sidcup DA15 9AW

Overview

Name
Hurstmere School
URN
137368
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
51.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lynn Bennett (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
Hurst Road, Sidcup DA15 9AW

Summary

Hurstmere School is a non-selective secondary academy for boys aged 11 to 16, located in Sidcup, Bexley. With a current enrolment of 1,019 pupils and a capacity of 1,065, the school fosters a strong sense of community and aims to inspire students to 'Believe and Achieve' through high aspirations and self-belief. The school promotes an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages students to work hard and celebrate both individual and collective achievements.

The ethos of Hurstmere School is centred around core values such as self-belief, teamwork, ambition, integrity, leadership, respect, and resilience. These values guide the school's approach to education, ensuring that students are supported in their academic and personal growth. The school is committed to providing excellent teaching and pastoral care, with a focus on creating a positive learning environment.

Hurstmere School places a strong emphasis on building partnerships with families and the local community, recognising that collaboration is key to student success. The school prepares pupils for future pathways, including sixth form, apprenticeships, and higher education, while fostering a culture of respect and ambition among all members of the school community.

Key details

LA
Bexley
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1065
Pupils
1019
Boys
1019
Girls
0
FSM %
12.70
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
2024-08-31
Last Ofsted
2022-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1019 1019 0 1065 12.70
2024-09-11 1019 1019 0 1065 12.70
2023-09-11 1065 1065 0 1065 9.70
2022-09-11 1065 1065 0 1065 9.70
2021-09-11 1038 1038 0 1065 7.30
2020-09-11 1047 1047 0 1065 5.30

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