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The Beacon School is a non-selective academy. It has about 1,140 boys and girls aged between 11 and 16. In May 2023 the school was rated ‘Requires Improvement’ by Ofsted.
This school is a member of GLF Schools. (Other schools in this trust include Glyn School, Rosebery School, Merstham Park School, de Stafford School and Meridian High School.)
Particular strengths include Admissions, Finances, Destinations and Environment. Relative weaknesses include Disadvantaged pupils and Attendance.
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Admissions: Above average. The occupancy rate is quite low and the offer rate is very high. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
Finances: Above average. The school budget has been roughly in balance
Destinations: Above average. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is roughly average. Show details
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are roughly average, while crime is quite low.
Attainment: About average. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Representation: Slightly out of balance. The socio-economic mix is in balance with the local community, while ethnic representation is out of balance with the local community. Show details
Progress: About average. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Attendance: Below average. Pupil absence rates and the incidence of persistent absence are both quite high.
Disadvantaged pupils: Poor. Progress up to age 16 is poor. Destinations at 16 are below average. There is no information for students aged 16-18.
Sixth form: There is no sixth form at this school.
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