Gravel Hill Primary School

URN: 101407 • Bexleyheath DA6 7QJ

Overview

Name
Gravel Hill Primary School
URN
101407
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Melanie Neale (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Watling Street, Bexleyheath DA6 7QJ

Summary

Gravel Hill Primary School, located in Bexleyheath, is a community school catering to mixed-gender pupils from nursery through to Year 6. With a current enrolment of 407 students and a capacity of 420, the school prides itself on creating a welcoming and safe environment where children can thrive. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Learning for Life," and its core values of Care, Confidence, Aspiration, Respect, and Excellence.

The curriculum at Gravel Hill emphasizes a thirst for knowledge, supported by a large outdoor learning area that includes a Forest School. This outdoor space allows for hands-on learning and exploration of nature, enhancing the educational experience. The school has high expectations for all pupils, fostering strong relationships between students and staff, which contributes to a positive learning atmosphere.

Gravel Hill actively engages with parents and the wider community, encouraging involvement through events and a parent-teacher association (PTA). The school also prioritizes safeguarding and online safety, ensuring that both students and parents are informed about best practices in these areas.

Key details

LA
Bexley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
407
Boys
190
Girls
215
FSM %
10.30
Open date
Close date
2017-10-31
Last Ofsted
2017-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 407 190 215 420 10.30
2024-09-11 407 190 215 420 10.30
2023-09-11 407 190 215 420 10.30
2022-09-11 407 190 215 420 10.30
2021-09-11 407 190 215 420 10.30
2020-09-11 407 190 215 420 10.30

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