Beckmead Park Academy
URN: 145591 • Beckenham BR3 3BZ
Overview
- Name
- Beckmead Park Academy
- URN
- 145591
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BECKMEAD TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 52.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Samantha Hoyer (since 2025) , Executive Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 02087779311
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Monks Orchard Road, Beckenham BR3 3BZ
Summary
Beckmead Park Academy is a mixed special educational needs (SEN) academy located in Beckenham, Croydon. The school caters to pupils aged 5 to 16, with a focus on those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, as well as other associated needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. With a current enrolment of 120 students and a capacity of 152, the academy operates across three sites, providing a nurturing environment tailored to individual learning requirements.
The curriculum at Beckmead Park Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, accommodating the diverse interests and aptitudes of its pupils. The school employs a high staff-to-pupil ratio, allowing for personalised support and intervention. In addition to academic learning, the academy places a strong emphasis on social development, utilising various therapeutic approaches, including play and art therapy, to enhance students' emotional well-being.
Community engagement is a core aspect of Beckmead Park Academy's ethos. The school fosters strong relationships with families and encourages parental involvement, aiming to prepare students for active citizenship and a successful transition to adult life. Parents are welcomed to visit the school to better understand its vibrant community and the support offered.
The curriculum at Beckmead Park Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, accommodating the diverse interests and aptitudes of its pupils. The school employs a high staff-to-pupil ratio, allowing for personalised support and intervention. In addition to academic learning, the academy places a strong emphasis on social development, utilising various therapeutic approaches, including play and art therapy, to enhance students' emotional well-being.
Community engagement is a core aspect of Beckmead Park Academy's ethos. The school fosters strong relationships with families and encourages parental involvement, aiming to prepare students for active citizenship and a successful transition to adult life. Parents are welcomed to visit the school to better understand its vibrant community and the support offered.
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Nearby alternatives
- Beckmead School (66.4)
- Eden Park and Elmhurst Schools (45.2)
- Woodbrook School (45.2)
- St Christophers The Hall School (37.7)
- Beckenham Convent School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Croydon
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BECKMEAD TRUST
- Capacity
- 152
- Pupils
- 120
- Boys
- 95
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 71.70
- Open date
- 2019-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 120 | 95 | 25 | 152 | 71.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 108 | 86 | 22 | 152 | 75.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 106 | 89 | 17 | 152 | 70.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 106 | 89 | 17 | 152 | 70.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 270 | 242 | 28 | 304 | 59.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 292 | 264 | 28 | 304 | 43.70 |
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