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Bensham Manor School

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Bensham Manor School

Ecclesbourne Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 7BN

Community special school
Pupils
242
Ages
11-19
FSM
55.5%
Attainment 8
3.5
Ofsted
Outstanding
Jun 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
3.5
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
0.0%
Basics 9-5
0.0%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.07
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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About Bensham Manor School

Bensham Manor School is a secondary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 3.5. The school has around 242 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Ecclesbourne Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 7BN | More schools in Croydon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bensham Manor School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2024 — Outstanding
  2. Mar 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
  3. Mar 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bensham Manor School

What is Bensham Manor School's Ofsted rating?
Bensham Manor School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Bensham Manor School's latest exam results?
Bensham Manor School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 3.5. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Bensham Manor School located?
Bensham Manor School is a secondary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon (CR7 7BN).
How many pupils attend Bensham Manor School?
Bensham Manor School has around 242 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Bensham Manor School with other schools?
View Bensham Manor School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Croydon.