Hurstmere School
URN: 151382 • Sidcup DA15 9AW
Overview
- Name
- Hurstmere School
- URN
- 151382
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynn Bennett (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02083005665
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hurst Road, Sidcup DA15 9AW
Summary
Hurstmere School is a non-selective secondary academy for boys aged 11 to 16, located in Sidcup, Bexley. With a current enrolment of 965 pupils and a capacity of 1,065, the school aims to foster a strong sense of community and high aspirations among its students. The school's mission, "Believe and Achieve," encourages pupils to develop self-belief and resilience, promoting the idea that hard work can lead to success.
The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and respect, creating an environment where diversity is celebrated. Hurstmere School is committed to providing excellent education and pastoral care, ensuring that students are well-supported in their learning journeys. The staff are dedicated to nurturing each pupil's potential, preparing them for future pathways such as sixth form, apprenticeships, and university.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Hurstmere School's ethos, with a focus on building strong home-school partnerships. The school values collaboration and teamwork, aiming to empower students to take an active role in their education and personal development.
The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and respect, creating an environment where diversity is celebrated. Hurstmere School is committed to providing excellent education and pastoral care, ensuring that students are well-supported in their learning journeys. The staff are dedicated to nurturing each pupil's potential, preparing them for future pathways such as sixth form, apprenticeships, and university.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Hurstmere School's ethos, with a focus on building strong home-school partnerships. The school values collaboration and teamwork, aiming to empower students to take an active role in their education and personal development.
Useful links
- Local Academy Board (governance)
- SEN & Disabilities (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Special Event Galleries (calendar)
- Prospectus (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies and Documents (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School (70.7)
- Blackfen School for Girls (58.6)
- Cleeve Park School (51.7)
- Hurstmere School (51.2)
- Blackfen School for Girls (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bexley
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1065
- Pupils
- 965
- Boys
- 965
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 15.10
- Open date
- 2024-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 965 | 965 | 0 | 1065 | 15.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1065 |
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