The Beacon School

A other independent school school in Buckinghamshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Beacon School.

Amersham, HP65PF Age 3-13 Boys intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Amersham Road
Chesham Bois
Amersham, HP65PF

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
110553
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
Amersham Road, Chesham Bois, Amersham, HP6 5PF
Age range
3-13
Gender
Boys
School status
Open
Capacity
570 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
510
Special Educational Needs
0.2% (1 pupils)

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
46
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
510 pupils
3-13

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Guiding the next generation"

Integrity Respect Achievement Well-being Courage

Head Teacher's Message

Nick Baker, Headmaster, describes The Beacon as a flourishing independent prep school that balances academic rigour with character development, strong senior school transitions, and a busy, sociable environment.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Choirs Ensembles Music clubs Drama clubs

Sports

Rugby Football Cricket Hockey Basketball Swimming Fitness Tennis

Facilities

Heated indoor swimming pool Spinney Theatre Old Barn (studio theatre) 200-seat theatre DT Workshop with laser cutter, CNC router, vinyl cutter and 3D printer Music Department with eight practice rooms and a music technology suite Kitchen Garden Oakway building 18 acres of grounds and woodlands

Curriculum Highlights

International Studies programme (languages, cultures, geography) Self & Society (RS + PSHEE) Modern Foreign Languages including Mandarin, Japanese, German, Italian, Russian and Arabic Geography (AR Sandbox) and hands-on field work Classics & Latin (Years 6–8) ICT/Computing (Office 365, Microsoft Teams, My School Portal) Pre-Senior Baccalaureate (PSB) framework in Upper School

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Wrap-around care is available both before and after school, as well as multiple club options for after-school and during the holidays.

Admissions Criteria

There are four main entry points: Nursery (age 3), Reception (age 4), Year 3 (age 7) and Year 7 (age 11). Registration is online with a non-refundable registration fee. New joiners are invited to an Assessment Day; offers are made after assessment and a deposit is required to secure a place. Moves-up and induction activities (Moving-Up Morning, Induction Afternoon) help new pupils settle in, and there is an Information Evening for parents and access to the Parent Portal.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Not listed Bursaries: Available

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