Benton Park School
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Benton Park School | |
Type | Comprehensive |
Headmistress | Mrs Anne Clark |
Specialism | Technology |
Location | Leeds West Yorkshire LS19 6LX England |
LEA | Leeds |
Ofsted number | 108083 |
Students | 1399 |
Gender | Mixed |
Ages | 11 to 18 |
Website | Official site |
Coordinates: |
Benton Park School is a comprehensive school in Rawdon, Leeds, England. It is a Technology College for ages 11-18.
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[edit] Status and awards
The school achieved Beacon status in 1998.[1] The school gained Technology College status in 2002, after the head teacher advertised in Private Eye for sponsorship for the Technology College application[2]
Awards received include Sportsmark Award, Artsmark Gold and International School Award.[1]
[edit] Notable alumni
- David Miliband MP[3]
- Anna Blyth, member of Great Britain cycling team[4]
[edit] References
- ^ a b "Prospectus 2006", Benton Park Technology College
- ^ "School head advertises in 'Private Eye' for sponsors", Sarah Cassidy, The Independent, 9 June 2001
- ^ David Miliband official site
- ^ "Talking to Talent Team Star Rider, Anna Blyth", British Cycling, February 2005