Welcome
A warm welcome from our Principal
Our school is a popular, non-selective secondary academy for boys aged 11 – 16, serving the local community of Sidcup. Hurstmere School is a special place, with a strong sense of community and a determination to succeed in all that we do.
Our vision is for our pupils to 'Believe and Achieve'; to be the best that they can be. By promoting high aspiration and fostering a confident, self-belief that with hard work and determination, there are no boundaries to what they can achieve.
Curriculum
At Hurstmere, we have high aspirations for all our pupils, and our broad and balanced curriculum is tailored to foster a love of learning. We deliver a curriculum which is coherently planned and sequenced towards cumulatively sufficient knowledge for skills to give our pupils the foundations to fulfil their ambitions.
Extra Curricular
At Hurstmere, we believe that learning goes well beyond the classroom. We encourage every pupil to take part in extra-curricular enrichment activities and we are proud to offer an extensive range of clubs, trips and activities that are accessible to all. Our in-school and local offer spans from Bee Keeping to Lego club to our Nationally successful football teams.
Ethos and Values
Our vision is for our students to have high aspirations and a confident self-belief, that with hard work and determination, there are no boundaries to what they can achieve; that our students believe in themselves and achieve their full potential.
House Points
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Our Priority Parent Briefings, held on 10th and 17th September for Years 8–11, were very well attended and positively received. These focused evenings were designed to give parents, carers and students a clear understanding of the key priorities for the year ahead, including academic expectations, assessment, independent learning, attendance and the support available from school. It was particularly pleasing to see so many of our boys attending alongside their families and engaging with the messages shared. Feedback has been very positive, with parents and students valuing the practical guidance and greater clarity about how school and home can work together to support success.
Only one week to go until our Open Event! Hurstmere School is a popular, non-selective secondary academy for boys aged 11 – 16 with outstanding sports programmes alongside exciting extracurricular activities and access to bespoke facilities, including TV and music studios. Come and explore our incredible facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and hear how we support every student to "Believe and Achieve". Due to popular demand, seating at our Principal Talks is fully booked; however, there should be ample standing room! Please register your interest in attending on the evening, and join us at either of the talks at your convenience. A small amount of extra seating may be available - feel free to speak to a member of staff if you have an accessibility requirement. Wednesday 23rd September | 5-8pm Location: Hurst Rd, Sidcup DA15 9AW Book your place here: https://www.hurstmere-that.org.uk/opendays We can't wait to welcome you. #SchoolOpenEvent #FutureStartsHere #TrustThat
!!Just one week to go!! Our Hurstmere School Open Evening is next Wednesday. Come and explore our facilities, meet our staff and discover what makes Hurstmere a great place to learn. Limited spaces remain for our Principal Talks, so book now to avoid missing out! Wednesday 23rd September 2026 5pm–8pm Hurst Rd, Sidcup DA15 9AW Book your place today: https://bit.ly/hurstmere2026openevening
Where you can find us
Open Day
Wednesday 23rd September | 5-8pm
Are you considering sending your son to Hurstmere in September 2027? Join us at our Open Evening for a chance to take a look around our school!
Date: Wednesday, 23rd September 2026
Time: 5pm - 8pm. Bookable Principal Talks at 5:30pm and 6:30pm
What to Expect:
Tour our school grounds, and get a taste of the fantastic facilities we have on site
Speak to our staff and students to hear about life at Hurstmere
Visit our classrooms to learn more about our exciting curriculum
Hear from Mrs Bennett, our Principal, at a number of bookable talks
Principal Talks:
We recommend that all attendees attend one of our Principal Talks, for a chance to hear from our Principal and students about life at Hurstmere, and pre-booking for this portion of the evening is recommended, due to limited space. Booking to attend our Open Day is not compulsory, and you are welcome to attend on the day and tour the school without pre-booking.
Join us for a chance to walk around the school with the family, get a first-hand experience of our premises, and speak to our staff and students as you explore the exciting curriculum we have to offer here at Hurstmere School!