Marlborough School

URN: 101487 • Sidcup DA15 9DP

Overview

Name
Marlborough School
URN
101487
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Smith (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
02083006896
Website
Visit
Address
Marlborough Park Avenue, Sidcup DA15 9DP

Summary

Marlborough School is a community special school located in Sidcup, Bexley, catering to 88 students aged 11-19 with severe and complex needs. The school operates across two sites: the main campus on Marlborough Park Avenue for students on the Orchard and Meadow pathways, and the Marlborough Legacy site, which serves students on the Legacy pathway. The school is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes the holistic development of each student.

The school's ethos centres around the belief that "every moment is a learning opportunity." Marlborough School aims to empower students by fostering happiness, respect, and teamwork while encouraging them to take ownership of their learning. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and personalised, ensuring that it meets the unique needs of all learners and prepares them for adulthood.

Marlborough School also emphasizes community involvement and outreach, providing support to students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) in mainstream schools across Bexley. The school has been recognized for its excellence in supporting the wellbeing of pupils with complex SEND, reflecting its dedication to both student achievement and professional collaboration within the educational community.

Key details

LA
Bexley
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
85
Pupils
88
Boys
62
Girls
26
FSM %
31.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 88 62 26 85 31.90
2024-09-11 88 57 31 85 35.60
2023-09-11 85 55 30 85 44.10
2022-09-11 85 55 30 85 44.10
2021-09-11 76 49 27 80 39.60
2020-09-11 77 50 27 80 41.50

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