The Beeches Independent School vs Richard Barnes Academy
Side-by-side comparison of key school data
The Beeches Independent School
Peterborough
Richard Barnes Academy
Peterborough
Overview
Phase
Special
All-through
Type
Other independent special school
Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Age Range
9–19
5–16
Gender
Mixed
Mixed
Religious Character
None
Does not apply
Admissions
Selective
-
Local Authority
Peterborough
Peterborough
Pupils & Capacity
Pupils
20
112
Capacity
32
160
Occupancy
63%
70%
FSM %
-
75.9%
Nursery
Sixth Form
Boarding
Ofsted
Overall Rating
Requires Improvement
-
Quality of Education
Requires Improvement
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Good
Personal Development
Good
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires Improvement
Good
Last Inspected
Jul 2025
Oct 2024