Benchill Primary School

About Benchill Primary School

A place where pupils, parents, staff and governors work together as one team to enable each other and all of our pupils to flourish and reach their full potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Steven Rooney

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 15 responses • 3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93.3% positive 6.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

86.7% positive 13.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

73.3% positive 20% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

73.4% positive 6.7% negative

My child does well at this school

93.3% positive 6.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 15 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

22.9

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

43.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School in all ways!"

We cannot praise Benchill Primary School enough! From the moment our child started Reception, we've seen them grow into a confident and curious learner. The staff are warm and welcoming, and the values of the school truly shine through. We're so grateful to be part of this community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James B

Parent Nov 15, 2021

5.0

"A Great School with a Personal Touch"

We've been at Benchill for a few years now, and we've had a consistently positive experience. The school's commitment to individualized learning and support has helped our child thrive, and we love the sense of community that pervades the school. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff are always approachable.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent May 20, 2020

4.0

"A Good Start, But Some Room for Improvement"

Our child attended Benchill for a few years, and while we had some great experiences, we also encountered some challenges. The school's focus on values and community is truly admirable, and the staff are generally supportive. However, we felt that the curriculum could be more engaging at times, and the facilities could be improved.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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