Compare Beckmead Park Academy and Bensham Manor School and Harris Aspire Academy

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Beckmead Park Academy (Not applicable) in Beckenham; Bensham Manor School (Not applicable) in Thornton Heath; Harris Aspire Academy (Not applicable) in London — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Beckmead Park Academy, Bensham Manor School and Harris Aspire Academy. They are not applicable phase and academy special converter, community special school and free schools alternative provision type located around Beckenham, Kent, Thornton Heath, Surrey and London. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Beckmead Park Academy), published Jan 2017. The most recent inspection on record is for Bensham Manor School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 350, typical FSM 40–45%, range 0–5%–70–75%; spread across trusts such as THE BECKMEAD TRUST and Harris Federation.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Beckmead Park Academy BR3 3BZ	Bensham Manor School CR7 7BN	Harris Aspire Academy SE25 6EJ
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location	Beckenham Kent BR3 3BZ	Thornton Heath Surrey CR7 7BN	London SE25 6EJ
Latest Ofsted	1 31 Jan 2017	1 3 Jul 2024	1 17 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	152	244	350
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	THE BECKMEAD TRUST	Croydon (306)	Harris Federation
Website	www.beckmeadtrust.org	www.benshammanor.co.uk	www.harrisaspire.co.uk
Telephone	02087779311	02086840116	02033709238
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Beckmead Park Academy

BR3 3BZ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Beckenham
Kent
BR3 3BZ
Ofsted: 1 31 Jan 2017
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE BECKMEAD TRUST
Website: www.beckmeadtrust.org
Telephone: 02087779311

Bensham Manor School

CR7 7BN

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Thornton Heath
Surrey
CR7 7BN
Ofsted: 1 3 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Croydon (306)
Website: www.benshammanor.co.uk
Telephone: 02086840116

Harris Aspire Academy

SE25 6EJ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location: London
SE25 6EJ
Ofsted: 1 17 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Harris Federation
Website: www.harrisaspire.co.uk
Telephone: 02033709238

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.