Bower Park Academy

URN: 139307 • Romford RM1 4YY

Overview

Name
Bower Park Academy
URN
139307
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EMPOWER LEARNING ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Eddie Aylett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01708730244
Website
Visit
Address
Havering Road, Romford RM1 4YY

Summary

Bower Park Academy, located in Romford, Havering, is a mixed secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,016 students, exceeding its capacity of 963. As an academy converter, it has a strong focus on academic excellence and personal development, aiming to transform the life chances of all students through a supportive and nurturing environment. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to continuous improvement and high educational standards.

The academy's ethos is centred on respect, effort, aspiration, and progress, with a strong emphasis on teaching and learning. Bower Park fosters a culture where staff and students collaborate to enhance educational practices, ensuring that every student is encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning. The school offers a broad curriculum enriched with extracurricular activities, including extensive sports facilities, a drama and music studio, and a well-equipped Learning Resource Centre.

Bower Park Academy is dedicated to developing well-rounded citizens who are prepared for future challenges. With a focus on ambition and resilience, the school aims to inspire students to achieve their best across various experiences, both academically and personally, while remaining deeply rooted in the local community.

Key details

LA
Havering
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EMPOWER LEARNING ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
963
Pupils
1016
Boys
525
Girls
491
FSM %
35.70
Open date
2013-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1016 525 491 963 35.70
2024-09-11 1025 520 505 963 34.70
2023-09-11 948 458 490 963 29.50
2022-09-11 948 458 490 963 29.50
2021-09-11 913 432 481 963 26.50
2020-09-11 849 400 449 963 22.30

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