Compare Carrington School and Merstham Park School and St Bede's School

Comparison of secondary schools: Carrington School (Secondary) in Redhill; Merstham Park School (Secondary) in Redhill; St Bede's School (Secondary) in Redhill — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Carrington School, Merstham Park School and St Bede's School. They are secondary phase and academy converter, free schools and voluntary aided school type located around Redhill, Surrey and Redhill. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Bede's School), published Feb 2017. The lowest is 2 (Carrington School), published Jun 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Carrington School (Jun 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,200, combined total ≈ 3,600, typical FSM 20–25%, range 5–10%–25–30%; spread across trusts such as South East Surrey Schools Education Trust and GLF Schools.

🔒 Export (Pro)
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Redhill
Surrey
RH1 4AD
Ofsted
2 27 Jun 2023
Pupils
≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
South East Surrey Schools Education Trust
Website
www.carringtonschool.org
Telephone
01737764356
Phase / Type
Secondary • Free schools
Location
Redhill
RH1 3PU
Ofsted
2 12 Jan 2023
Pupils
≈ 650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
GLF Schools
Website
www.mersthamparkschool.org
Telephone
01737919491
Phase / Type
Secondary • Voluntary aided school
Location
Redhill
Surrey
RH1 2LQ
Ofsted
1 20 Feb 2017
Pupils
≈ 1,950 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Surrey (936)
Website
www.st-bedes.surrey.sch.uk
Telephone
01737212108

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.
Half-term & Christmas 2025 Lock your rate for 6 months

Reach UK schools & families while they’re actively researching

Simple placements. Clear pricing. Go live fast—and if you book by 31 Dec 2025, you’ll keep the promotional price for your first 6 months.

From £49/mo Header, Sidebar, In-content Sponsored articles available Limited placements

Book by 31 Dec 2025 to lock promotional pricing for six consecutive months. Family-friendly, education-relevant brands only.

Simple placements & clear prices

Pick a slot, send your creative, and go live quickly.

  • Sidebar Banner: from £49/mo (300×250 or 300×600).
  • In-content Placement: from £69/mo (contextual in Resources).
  • Header Banner: from £89/mo (970×250 / 728×90 / 320×100).
  • Sponsored Article: £140 one-off (+£80 if we write it).
  • Bonus: Book now and keep your promotional price for 6 months.
Compare / 3
Compare