Bishop Justus Church of England School

What Bishop Justus Church of England School does

Bishop Justus Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England secondary academy located in Bromley, Kent (Magpie Hall Lane, BR2 8HZ). Founded in 2007, it provides full secondary education across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (Years 7–13), including GCSE and A-Level / Level 3 BTEC pathways, with an enrollment of approximately 32.5 instructional hours per week. The school operates within the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust (Company Number 07525735), a multi-academy trust established in 2013 that has progressively expanded to include schools in Bromley and East Sussex — most recently Robertsbridge Community College in March 2025. Revenue is government-funded (per-pupil funding plus pupil premium grants), supplemented by facility lettings (school hall, sports hall, Astro pitches, dance and recording studios, meeting rooms) and PTA fundraising through the Bishop Justus Circle and Easyfundraising. As a state-funded academy, it does not charge tuition fees.

The school's product surface is divided into three core offerings — KS3 (Years 7–9), KS4/GCSE (Years 10–11) across multiple exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC), and the Sixth Form (A-Level and BTEC) — supported by careers education, chaplaincy, in-house catering, and a broad co-curricular program. Technically, the school runs a standard UK-academy edtech stack: Arbor for student information and attendance, Satchel One (Show My Homework) for homework, School Gateway for meal payments, Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint for staff productivity, Unifrog and Morrisby for careers, and a collection of subject-specific learning platforms (Seneca, Hegarty Maths, Sparx Maths, Read Theory, SORA, among others). There is no proprietary software or API exposed externally. Recent regulatory milestones include positive Ofsted (March 2025), SIAMS (April 2025), Food Hygiene Rating 5 (May 2025), and the Quality in Careers Standard Award (May 2024, third renewal). Leadership is provided by Headteacher Barry Blakelock (also SENCo), three Deputy Heads, five Assistant Heads, and a school Chaplain (Reverend Shavaun), with an Aquinas Advisory Council providing local governance oversight.

Name

Bishop Justus Church of England School

Legal name

Bishop Justus Church of England School

Website

https://bishopjustus.bromley.sch.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Bishop Justus Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England secondary academy in Bromley, Kent, serving approximately 800–1,200 students aged 11–18 across Years 7–13, including a Sixth Form. It operates within the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust and is funded primarily by government per-pupil grants, supplemented by facility lettings and PTA fundraising.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Secondary education services
• Church of england school
• Sixth form education
• Gcse examination programs
• Academy trust schools

Headquarters

HQ city

Bromley

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: As an academy within the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust, the school receives government funding for educational operations. Additional revenue comes from pupil premium grants for disadvantaged students.
2. Facility Lettings: The school generates revenue by hiring out facilities including the school hall, sports hall, astro pitches, dance studios, drama studio, recording studio, meeting rooms, and classrooms to external organizations and individuals.
3. PTA Fundraising: The Bishop Justus Circle (PTA) organizes events and uses Easyfundraising to raise additional funds for school enrichment activities and equipment.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Bishop Justus Church of England School is a state-funded secondary academy delivering full-time education to students aged 11-18 across Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9), Key Stage 4/GCSE (Years 10-11), and a Sixth Form offering A Levels and Level 3 BTEC qualifications. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum rooted in Christian values, with strong academic outcomes, comprehensive careers education, and a wide range of extracurricular activities. It also generates ancillary income by hiring out its extensive facilities (sports facilities, recording studio, event hall) to external organizations.

Product overview

Bishop Justus Church of England School is a secondary academy providing comprehensive educational services across three key stages: KS3 (Years 7-9) builds foundational knowledge through a broad and balanced curriculum; KS4/GCSE (Years 10-11) offers qualifications across Sciences, Humanities, Languages, Arts, and Business with exam board partnerships; and the Sixth Form provides A Level and Level 3 BTEC pathways with UCAS preparation. The school integrates digital platforms including Arbor for student management, Satchel One for homework, School Gateway for payments, and Unifrog/Morrisby for careers guidance. Supporting services include Chaplaincy, Careers Education (Quality in Careers Standard Award 2024), in-house catering (rated 5 for food hygiene), and extensive facilities available for hire including a recording studio, sports hall, and event venue.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bishop Justus Circle: Parent-teacher association (formerly known as 'The Friends of Bishop Justus'), a voluntary committee of parents who organise events and raise funds for the school.
• Chaplaincy

Products and services

• KS3 Curriculum (Years 7-9) Key Stage 3 curriculum for Years 7-9 covering core academic subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Languages, Humanities, Arts, and Physical Education, designed to build foundational knowledge and cultural capital for students aged 11-14.
• KS4/GCSE Curriculum (Years 10-11) GCSE and Cambridge Nationals/Level 1-2 BTEC qualifications across multiple subject areas including Sciences, Humanities, Languages, Arts, Business, and Technology, with exam board partnerships with AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC for students aged 14-16.
• Sixth Form (A Level and Level 3 BTEC) Post-16 education offering A Level courses and Level 3 BTEC qualifications in subjects including Sciences, Business, Economics, Humanities, Arts, and Languages, with UCAS guidance and university preparation support for students aged 16-18.
• Chaplaincy and Spiritual Development Christian worship, pastoral care, and spiritual development programme led by Reverend Shavaun, including daily collective worship, Eucharist services, chapel space, and Faith in Action charity work for the school community.
• Careers Education and Guidance Comprehensive careers programme aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks, including work experience, employer encounters, career planning tools (Unifrog, Morrisby), and the Quality in Careers Standard Award 2024.
• Sports Facilities Hire State-of-the-art sporting facilities including two all-weather Astro pitches (4G and 3G), MUGA courts, 4-court sports hall, two dance studios, and floodlit outdoor areas available for hire by external organisations and community groups.
• Recording Studio Hire Professional recording facility with digital studio, 8x8 sound-treated live room, Mac Pro workstation, motorised Mackie control console, suitable for voice, instrument, and MIDI production, available for external hire.
• Event Venue Hire (School Hall) 336m² newly extended hall with 650 capacity, integrated AV equipment, stage, free Wi-Fi, suitable for weddings, performances, conferences, and community events, available for external hire.
• School Meals Service In-house catering service providing fresh food prepared on-site, rated 5 for food hygiene (May 2025), with allergen information and free school meals support for students.
• Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Programme Range of after-school clubs, enrichment activities, and personal development opportunities including sports, arts, music, and academic support for students.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration31 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Aquinas Church of England Education TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Bishop Justus is an academy within the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust. The Trust was established in 2013 and provides oversight, governance, and central support services. The Trust Board holds responsibility for all aspects of management while day-to-day operations are delegated to the Headteacher. Trust has grown to include schools in Bromley and East Sussex areas.
• EasyfundraisingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Bishop Justus Circle PTA is registered with Easyfundraising, enabling retailers to donate a percentage of purchases when parents shop online. Partner retailers include Amazon, John Lewis, M&S and many others.
• ParentkindminorOthersThe Bishop Justus Circle is registered as a charity with Parentkind (Charity Number 1109177), providing member benefits and CPD accredited Parental Participation training for schools.
• Holy Trinity Church, Bromley CommoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school is in the parish of Holy Trinity Church. Year 7 students visit for a welcome service early in Autumn term, and Year 7 and 8 hold carol services at the church. The church provides visiting vicars for school Eucharist services.
• Home for GoodminorOthersSupported by the Diocese of Rochester, Home for Good focuses on fostering and adoption. The school chaplaincy promotes awareness of this important community role.
• Rotary Club of BromleyminorOthersRotary Conversation Buddies volunteer their time weekly to run after-school sessions supporting EAL students with English language confidence and skills. The team received Volunteer Award Certificates from London Borough of Bromley.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• St Olave's Grammar School: Church of England grammar school in Orpington, Kent — within the Bromley catchment. Closest direct peer: CofE foundation, secondary-phase provision, similar geography and demographic mix, though selective rather than mixed ability.
• Trinity School: Church of England secondary school in Croydon, South London. Direct peer on denominational foundation, mixed-ability secondary cohort, and similar emphasis on character alongside academic outcomes.
• Emanuel School: Church of England secondary school in Wandsworth, London. Comparable CofE foundation, broad academic and co-curricular programme, and similar ethos-driven approach to pastoral and academic development.
• Archbishop Tenison's School: Church of England secondary school in Croydon, South London. Comparable on CofE denominational identity, mixed-ability intake, and operation as a faith-based community secondary in a competitive London borough market.
• Rye College: Secondary school within the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust in East Sussex. Sister academy sharing governance, central services, and curriculum approach with Bishop Justus.
• Robertsbridge Community College: Secondary school in East Sussex that joined Aquinas Trust in March 2025. Sister academy with shared central services and governance, providing a direct comparison point on MAT-wide operations.

Broad incumbents

• Harris Federation: One of the largest multi-academy trusts in London operating numerous secondary schools. Broad incumbent comparable as a major academy operator with similar operating model, central support, and London secondary footprint.
• Dulwich College: Independent Church of England school in South London. Broad incumbent comparable on CofE foundation, academic and pastoral tradition, and South London location, though fee-paying rather than state-funded.
• King's School Canterbury: One of the oldest Church of England schools in England. Broad incumbent comparable on deep CofE heritage, academic focus, and tradition of character education, though fully independent rather than state-funded.
• Reigate Grammar School: Independent school in Surrey with comparable scale and broad secondary curriculum. Broad incumbent on operating model and curriculum breadth, though secular governance differs from Bishop Justus's CofE foundation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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