Bentley Wood High SchoolClamp Hill , Stanmore

Bentley Wood High School is a secondary school in Stanmore, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. The school is a academy converter and operates as a girls school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

Bentley Wood High School currently has around 1394 pupils on roll, which is about 95% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately % boys and 100% girls. Around 28.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 6.7%. Persistent absence is recorded at 21.3%. The school also includes resourced provision, supporting 12 pupils.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with other asian pupils forming the largest group at around 28.6%. indian pupils make up about 16% , followed by other (any other ethnic group) at 12.1%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Outstanding. This indicates exceptional performance across all areas. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 97% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (96%) , including 55% who stay in school sixth forms and 31% progressing to further education , while 0% enter apprenticeships .