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.
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.
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.
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.
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Year 9 Cologne Trip | Phantasialand What a day! Our Year 9 students have had an unforgettable day at Phantasialand, taking on some of Europe's most exciting rides, exploring the incredible themed areas and making memories that will last a lifetime.
Year 8 enjoyed an unforgettable day exploring the heart of Paris! From taking in the incredible views of the iconic Eiffel Tower to relaxing on a scenic river cruise along the Seine, it was a day packed with fantastic sights and lasting memories.
Year 7 Mersea Residential A few snaps from our first afternoon in Mersea! Despite the patchy signal, the boys have settled in brilliantly and got straight into the activities. The adventure started with mountain biking, archery and paddleboarding – a fantastic first afternoon filled with teamwork, challenge and plenty of smiles. We can't wait to share more updates as the week goes on!
Another fantastic evening for our Year 9 students in Cologne! After a brilliant day of exploring, the boys enjoyed a well-earned evening of pizza and bowling!
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!
End of term arrangements
On the last day of term, Friday 17 July, students will be dismissed by their teachers at the end of Period 3, at 12:00 pm.
Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable summer break.
We look forward to welcoming you back in September!