Thomas Bennett Community College
Thomas Bennett Community College is a secondary located in West Sussex, RH10 5AD. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,271 pupils on roll.
Thomas Bennett Community College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: West Sussex
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1450
Number of Pupils: 1271
Number of Boys: 699
Number of Girls: 572
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 34.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-23
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-11-28
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Smith
Phone: 01293526255
Website: http://thomasbennett-tkat.org.uk/
Location: Ashdown Drive, Tilgate
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thomas Bennett Community College
What is the Ofsted rating of Thomas Bennett Community College?
Thomas Bennett Community College has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Thomas Bennett Community College admit?
Thomas Bennett Community College admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Thomas Bennett Community College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Thomas Bennett Community College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Thomas Bennett Community College?
Thomas Bennett Community College is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Thomas Bennett Community College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Thomas Bennett Community College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Thomas Bennett Community College?
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