Blackfen School for Girls
URN: 101465 • Sidcup DA15 9NU
Overview
- Name
- Blackfen School for Girls
- URN
- 101465
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Blackfen Road, Sidcup DA15 9NU
Summary
Blackfen School for Girls is a non-selective community secondary school located in Sidcup, Bexley, catering to girls aged 11-18. With a capacity of 1,260 students, the school emphasizes its motto, “raising aspirations – releasing potential,” aiming to develop students not only academically but also as responsible citizens. The curriculum is structured around eight faculty areas, ensuring a broad range of subjects and opportunities for personal growth.
The school places a strong emphasis on student welfare and pastoral support. Each student is assigned a form tutor who provides daily check-ins and guidance throughout their time at the school. Additionally, dedicated Student Support Officers and Heads of Year are available to assist students in various year groups, focusing on emotional health and wellbeing.
Blackfen School is committed to inclusivity, offering specialized provisions for students with additional educational needs, including those with visual impairments and communication disorders. The school actively engages with parents and the community to foster a supportive environment for all students.
The school places a strong emphasis on student welfare and pastoral support. Each student is assigned a form tutor who provides daily check-ins and guidance throughout their time at the school. Additionally, dedicated Student Support Officers and Heads of Year are available to assist students in various year groups, focusing on emotional health and wellbeing.
Blackfen School is committed to inclusivity, offering specialized provisions for students with additional educational needs, including those with visual impairments and communication disorders. The school actively engages with parents and the community to foster a supportive environment for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School (70.7)
- Blackfen School for Girls (58.6)
- Cleeve Park School (51.7)
- Hurstmere School (51.2)
- Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1260 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1260 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1260 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1260 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1260 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1260 |
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