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 5 did a marvellous job on their sculpture pieces for their art unit. These colourful 'shacks' are inspired by the artist Beverly Buchanan, an american artist who uses everyday materials to striking effect. 🖌️🎨 pic.twitter.com/eyIW2z6dH2— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) July 1, 2025
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Pupils have been practicing their steering and road safety skills with Bikeability! We look forward to seeing the progress which will come to a head with a short bike ride excursion around Merton. 🚲🚴♀️🚧🦺 pic.twitter.com/gZ6Nm8CONR— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) July 1, 2025
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A huge thank you to the Merton Music Foundation for hosting a fantastic Mini Musicians concert! 🎶 reception to KS1 wowed us all, showcasing the incredible music they've been working on this term. So much talent and joy on stage! 👏🎤👩🎤🎹 pic.twitter.com/fxrXf4m11S— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) June 26, 2025
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Year 4 had an amazing day at the British Museum exploring the wonders of Ancient Egypt! 🕵️♀️⚱️From mummies to hieroglyphics, they were true detectives! #BritishMuseum #AncientEgypt pic.twitter.com/5QxFQ3SGSJ— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) June 26, 2025
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Nursery have been reading 'We're Going on a Lion Hunt' and decided to go on their very own adventure! Our explorers used their very own hand-made binoculars to find all and the hidden animals outside and recorded their findings on a tally chart to report back to their friends. pic.twitter.com/ui3kMiYpNf— Benedict Academy (@BenedictAcad) June 12, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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)
