Darrick Wood School

URN: 101658 • Orpington BR6 8ER

Overview

Name
Darrick Wood School
URN
101658
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Barbara Rhymaun (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington BR6 8ER

Summary

Darrick Wood School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Orpington, Bromley, with a capacity of 1,642 students. The school is committed to providing an inclusive education based on its core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty, encapsulated in the motto "Revereor Vitam," which emphasises a reverence for life. The school's Vision for Learning focuses on five pillars: Progress, Challenge, Relationships, Engagement, and Ownership, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future careers.

The curriculum is designed to inspire students and foster a love for learning, encouraging them to take ownership of their educational journey. Darrick Wood School maintains high expectations for student behaviour and appearance, which contributes to a positive learning environment. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, to support student development beyond the classroom.

Situated near woodlands, the school promotes an appreciation for the environment and local wildlife, reinforcing its ethos of respect for life. Darrick Wood School actively engages with the community and provides opportunities for parents to participate in school events, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1642
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2010-11-30
Last Ofsted
2009-04-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1642
2024-09-11 1642
2023-09-11 1642
2022-09-11 1642
2021-09-11 1642
2020-09-11 1642

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