Bentley Wood High School
Stanmore, HA7 3JW · Harrow · secondary school
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4th of 13 secondary schools in Harrow we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.6/10 against 815 of them, against 8.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 60.9 · 82 | 30% | 2.48 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.9 · 96 | 25% | 2.40 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 56.6 · 88 | 10% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bentley Wood High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.4% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 58.5, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.9 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Colouring, Music, Maths Puzzles & Games, Sociology and Criminology, Poetry, Chess, Junior Orchestra, and Year 9 Choir. Sports options include Badminton, Netball, Basketball, Football, Trampolining, and Table Tennis. Arts and music activities feature Guitar, String Group, Composition, Senior Choir, Senior Orchestra, MFL Cinema, Graphics, and Art. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,393 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,464. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in maintaining their high Progress 8 scores across different subjects
What Ofsted said about Bentley Wood High School
Overview
Bentley Wood High School is described as a place where pupils develop into "confident and caring young people" supported by high expectations for behaviour and achievement. The inspection confirms that the school continues to provide an outstanding education, with exceptional results and a curriculum that allows almost all pupils to access the full English Baccalaureate.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exceptional behaviour," are respectful, and feel safe, with bullying described as "rare."
- The curriculum is broad and well-structured, ensuring pupils study languages through to Year 11 and receive "personalised guidance" for future destinations.
- Teachers are "subject experts" who provide clear feedback and effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Personal development is fostered through a unique "learning journey" where pupils take on roles such as "human rights ambassadors" and volunteer in the community.
- Leaders and trustees work effectively to oversee the school, ensuring staff are well-supported and attendance expectations are embedded.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 56.6 |
| 2024/25 | 58.5 |
| 2025/26 | 56.6 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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