Beechwood School
URN: 143327 • Slough SL2 1QE
Overview
- Name
- Beechwood School
- URN
- 143327
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE SCHELWOOD TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anita Spires (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01753579632
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Long Readings Lane, Slough SL2 1QE
Summary
Beechwood School is a mixed secondary academy located in Slough, serving approximately 830 students with a capacity of 905. The school is committed to providing an exceptional learning experience, focusing on nurturing potential and developing responsible citizens. The core values of Kindness, Respect, and Excellence underpin the school's ethos, guiding students in their educational journey from Year 7 through to Year 13.
The curriculum at Beechwood is designed to promote clear progression for all learners, ensuring that students not only achieve academically but also thrive in their personal development. The school emphasizes the importance of resilience and confidence, preparing students for safe and fulfilling lives beyond their time at Beechwood.
In addition to academic support, Beechwood School fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging students to make positive contributions to society. The school regularly engages with families through events such as open evenings and provides resources for careers advice and guidance, reinforcing its commitment to the holistic development of each student.
The curriculum at Beechwood is designed to promote clear progression for all learners, ensuring that students not only achieve academically but also thrive in their personal development. The school emphasizes the importance of resilience and confidence, preparing students for safe and fulfilling lives beyond their time at Beechwood.
In addition to academic support, Beechwood School fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging students to make positive contributions to society. The school regularly engages with families through events such as open evenings and provides resources for careers advice and guidance, reinforcing its commitment to the holistic development of each student.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Parent Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Sixth Form Admissions (other)
- Year 7 Admissions 2024 (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions and Applications (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School (81.0)
- Herschel Grammar School (79.0)
- Upton Court Grammar School (73.6)
- Baylis Court School (70.2)
- Slough Grammar School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Slough
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SCHELWOOD TRUST
- Capacity
- 905
- Pupils
- 830
- Boys
- 438
- Girls
- 392
- FSM %
- 40.40
- Open date
- 2016-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 830 | 438 | 392 | 905 | 40.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 847 | 443 | 404 | 905 | 37.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 829 | 452 | 377 | 905 | 31.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 829 | 452 | 377 | 905 | 31.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 814 | 449 | 365 | 905 | 26.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 805 | 436 | 369 | 905 | 19.40 |
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