Cornerstone School
URN: 148582 • Belvedere DA17 6DW
Overview
- Name
- Cornerstone School
- URN
- 148582
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TRINITAS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 72.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Debbie Donnelly (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02087130002
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Halt Robin Road, Belvedere DA17 6DW
Summary
Cornerstone School, located in Belvedere, Bexley, is a free special school catering to mixed-gender students aged 11 to 19 with a primary diagnosis of autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. With a current enrolment of 99 pupils, the school operates above its intended capacity of 90, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored educational experiences in a supportive environment.
The school's ethos is grounded in the values of Ambition, Curiosity, and Happiness, aiming to foster a learning atmosphere where every student feels happy, confident, and prepared to contribute to society. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of each student, ensuring personalized learning through small class sizes and a purpose-built environment.
As part of the Trinitas Academy Trust, Cornerstone School benefits from a collaborative network of schools that share expertise and resources. The trust emphasizes a community-focused approach, supporting students and their families throughout their educational journey, from initial enrolment to post-school transitions. For more information, visit their website at [cornerstone.bexley.sch.uk](https://www.cornerstone.bexley.sch.uk/).
The school's ethos is grounded in the values of Ambition, Curiosity, and Happiness, aiming to foster a learning atmosphere where every student feels happy, confident, and prepared to contribute to society. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of each student, ensuring personalized learning through small class sizes and a purpose-built environment.
As part of the Trinitas Academy Trust, Cornerstone School benefits from a collaborative network of schools that share expertise and resources. The trust emphasizes a community-focused approach, supporting students and their families throughout their educational journey, from initial enrolment to post-school transitions. For more information, visit their website at [cornerstone.bexley.sch.uk](https://www.cornerstone.bexley.sch.uk/).
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- Letters Sent Home (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Bromcom Parent Letter (download)
- 2025-26 Key Dates (download)
- ADHD Parent Workshop (download)
- Trinity Sixth Open Evening (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Woodside School (63.7)
- Pathways Short Stay School (63.5)
- Shenstone School (63.3)
- Shenstone School (62.9)
- Westbrooke School (61.9)
Key details
- LA
- Bexley
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TRINITAS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 99
- Boys
- 68
- Girls
- 31
- FSM %
- 43.40
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 99 | 68 | 31 | 90 | 43.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 78 | 52 | 26 | 90 | 44.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 20 | 13 | 7 | 90 | 60.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 20 | 13 | 7 | 90 | 60.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 90 |
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