The Deanes
Academy sponsor ledSecondaryAges 11–16Mixed
Daws Heath Road, Thundersley, Benfleet, SS7 2TD
Headteacher · Ms Kelly Corp
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Key facts
Pupils588Capacity 600
OfstedGoodInspected 26 September 2023
TrustSouth East Essex Academy Trust
Free school meals25.1%
Ofsted
Good
Graded inspection on 26 September 2023.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Year 7 applications close 31 October 2026
For September 2027. Apply through Essex council, not the school. National offer day is 1 March 2027.
How to apply in EssexNearby schools for the same ages
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- Belfairs Academy2.1 mi