The Beacon School

URN: 137735 • Banstead SM7 1AG

Overview

Name
The Beacon School
URN
137735
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GLF SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Grant Duff (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01737359103
Website
Visit
Address
Picquets Way, Banstead SM7 1AG

Summary

The Beacon School, located in Banstead, Surrey, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,022 students and a capacity of 1,350. The school is committed to providing a world-class education, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to develop resourcefulness, resilience, and a sense of responsibility. The ethos of the school emphasizes individual value and personal growth, aiming to cultivate happy, kind, and well-rounded individuals.

The school offers a dynamic curriculum designed to challenge students academically while supporting their personal development. The Beacon School places a strong emphasis on community involvement, regularly hosting open events for prospective students and their families. These events provide opportunities for parents to engage with the school and learn more about its programs and values.

In addition to academic excellence, The Beacon School focuses on extracurricular activities, including house competitions and assemblies, which promote teamwork and school spirit. With a free school meal percentage of 15.20%, the school is dedicated to inclusivity and ensuring that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed.

Key details

LA
Surrey
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GLF SCHOOLS
Capacity
1350
Pupils
1022
Boys
517
Girls
505
FSM %
15.20
Open date
2011-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1022 517 505 1350 15.20
2024-09-11 1135 589 546 1350 13.70
2023-09-11 1300 626 674 1350 11.70
2022-09-11 1300 626 674 1350 11.70
2021-09-11 1343 650 693 1350 10.70
2020-09-11 1344 655 689 1350 8.90

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