The King John School, Benfleet
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 8 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The King John School creates a genuinely happy environment where every child matters. Teachers really know your child's individual needs and adapt lessons to help them succeed, whether they need extra support or greater challenge. The school goes way beyond the classroom with amazing clubs, trips and leadership opportunities that help young people develop confidence and discover their interests.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional attendance rates well above national average with effective support through the 'Pride Centre'
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, respect and positive attitudes to learning with rare disruptive incidents
- Broad, well-planned curriculum with expert teaching that builds deep knowledge and addresses individual learning needs
- Highly inclusive environment with swift identification of needs and tailored support for all pupils including those with SEND
- Extensive clubs, trips and leadership opportunities that develop character and prepare pupils for life after school
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils struggle to communicate their ideas in writing as confidently as their peers
- Key stage 4 achievement broadly in line with national averages rather than exceeding them
- Further development of writing teaching across the curriculum to improve pupils' confidence and expertise
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met. The school has created an open and positive culture where all legal requirements are fulfilled, concerns are actively identified and acted upon, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Cool Club, Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme, arts clubs, technology clubs, sports clubs, eco committee, LGBTQ+ committee, student-run clubs, freshers' fayre, reading support programmes, leadership opportunities
The King John School is a highly inclusive and welcoming school where pupils thrive academically and personally, with strong attendance, positive behaviour, and excellent pastoral support. The school provides a broad, engaging curriculum with expert teaching and extensive opportunities for personal development and enrichment.
At a Glance
13.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
20 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
25.4
Avg class size
83
Total classes
20 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
105%
Over capacity
2,098 pupils
2,000 capacity
98 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Benfleet
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Benfleet
Admissions Demand - Essex
Places available
17,576
Applications
16,788
Got 1st preference
83.8%
Got preferred school
97.1%
Secondary admissions across Essex (2025/26)
Inspection History(9)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.93807%
Overall absence
14.05789%
Persistent absence
1,693
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
The King John School
Westwood Academy
Hadleigh Junior School
Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School
Thundersley Primary School
Kingston Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Kents Hill Infant Academy
Kents Hill Junior School
South Benfleet Primary School
The Robert Drake Primary School
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