Bishop Ridley Church of England VA Primary School

URN: 134780 • Welling DA16 2QE

Overview

Name
Bishop Ridley Church of England VA Primary School
URN
134780
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stuart Keep (since 2025)
Telephone
02083034461
Website
Visit
Address
Northumberland Avenue, Welling DA16 2QE

Summary

Bishop Ridley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Welling, Bexley, serves a mixed-gender population of 371 pupils, with a capacity for 476. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where students can learn and grow together, guided by its core values of trust, forgiveness, thankfulness, compassion, friendship, and humility.

The curriculum at Bishop Ridley aims to provide a well-rounded education that supports academic achievement while promoting personal development. The school encourages community involvement and partnerships, ensuring that families are engaged in their children's education. Regular updates on attendance and school events are communicated through newsletters and the school website.

For parents considering enrollment, the school is currently offering tours for prospective Reception students for September 2026. Interested families can book a visit by contacting the school office. Bishop Ridley is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive community for all its students.

Key details

LA
Bexley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
476
Pupils
371
Boys
185
Girls
186
FSM %
6.70
Open date
2004-08-31
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 371 185 186 476 6.70
2024-09-11 399 197 202 476 6.50
2023-09-11 413 203 210 476 6.10
2022-09-11 413 203 210 476 6.10
2021-09-11 437 211 226 476 6.40
2020-09-11 448 218 230 476 5.90

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