The STEP Community
East Sussex
South London
Committed to improving the life chances of all children
Where we have the capacity to make a difference we are morally bound to do so.
We understand that our pupils are the future of our community. Therefore, everything we do at Benedict Academy strives to ensure that each child is successful; better placed to make knowledge-informed decisions about their future, and that of the world.
Making a difference and shaping the future
Stories from our community
Year 2/3 had an absolute blast showcasing all their skills in a thrilling an athletics marathon with @ParkAcad and @DL_Academy. Our mighty athletes had lots of fun in the sun. 🌞💪🏋️♀️ pic.twitter.com/ioBLmgr7Kg— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) May 23, 2025
Twitter - @BenedictAcad / 23 May
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We are happy to announce that the Book Fair is returning to Benedict! Books are 3 for the price of 2... and if we manage to make £300 in sales, we get free books for our school libraries.
Be sure to catch us in the front playground after school on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. pic.twitter.com/kW0RK2gvlk— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) May 19, 2025
Twitter - @BenedictAcad / 19 May
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Nightingale was the founder of modern nursing, was one of our greatest Victorians and a female icon in her own lifetime. year 1 went to find out more at the FLorence Nightingale museum. dId you know she owned over 60 cats and had a pet owl called Athena? pic.twitter.com/EzJRhUjPEE— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) May 12, 2025
Twitter - @BenedictAcad / 12 May
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Nursery and Reception fed lots of furry friends at @deencityfarm 🐐🐑🐔🐇🥚 The children were thrilled particularly with how much the goats enjoyed licking their hands! A core memory for sure! pic.twitter.com/hNy53Vdsek— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) April 4, 2025
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Well done to our brave Year 4's who have been plunging in the depths of Canons Leisure Centre's pool. They have practiced a range of strokes and have gained confidence over the last 2 weeks! 🏊♀️🥽 Healthy bodies = Healthy minds 🧠 pic.twitter.com/XjR50WHMoN— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) April 4, 2025
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Celebrating success
67%
Phonics
National 80%
24.8
out of 25
National 20.6
100%
Maths
73% National (2024)
100%
Reading
74% National (2024)
100%
Writing
72% National (2024)
100%
GPS
72% National (2024)
100%
Combined
61% (National 2024)
