Benhurst Primary School

About Benhurst Primary School

Welcome to Benhurst Primary School where we pride ourselves in providing an inclusive education in a safe and engaging school environment where all children are nurtured and encouraged to aim high.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Alice Larkman

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 126 responses • 30.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

72.2% positive 23% negative

My child feels safe at this school

70.6% positive 25.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

53.2% positive 40.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

53.2% positive 31.7% negative

My child does well at this school

73% positive 21.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 126 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

18.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

77.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Raj K Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A great school with a caring ethos"

We're really happy with Benhurst Primary School so far. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the facilities are excellent. My child loves the KICK Partnership program and is making great progress in their learning. We feel confident that our child is in good hands here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful school experience"

We've been part of the Benhurst community for a few years now and I'm so impressed with the school's inclusive environment and high expectations. My child has thrived here and loves the variety of activities, including the Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) program. The teachers are supportive and enthusiastic, and the school's core values of 'Only my best is good enough for me' really shine through.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 1, 2022

5.0

"An outstanding school experience"

Benhurst Primary School has exceeded our expectations in every way. The school's values of 'Only my best is good enough for me' are genuinely lived out by the staff and children, and my child has thrived in the supportive and inclusive environment. We're so grateful to be part of this school community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2021

4.0

"A great school with some minor improvements needed"

We were part of the Benhurst community for several years and had a generally positive experience. The school has a wonderful ethos and provides a wide range of opportunities for children. However, we did find that communication with the school could be improved at times. Overall, we'd definitely recommend Benhurst to other families.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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