Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
URN: 135951 • Dartford DA1 4RS
Overview
- Name
- Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
- URN
- 135951
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- HABERDASHERS' ASKE'S FEDERATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Steve Wheatley (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01322402180
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Iron Mill Lane, Dartford DA1 4RS
Summary
Haberdashers' Crayford Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Dartford, Bexley, with a current enrolment of 1,078 students and a capacity of 1,150. As part of the Haberdashers' Academies Trust South, the school offers a supportive and inclusive environment, focusing on both academic excellence and character development. The academy welcomes students from various backgrounds, including those transitioning from local primary schools within the Trust.
The curriculum at Crayford Academy is designed to equip students with essential literacy and numeracy skills, preparing them for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with dedicated Pastoral & Wellbeing Mentors available to assist students in their transition and overall wellbeing. The thriving Sixth Form further enriches the school community, fostering leadership and role-modeling among older students.
Crayford Academy actively engages with families and the wider community, promoting a collaborative approach to education. The school’s ethos is built on high expectations and unwavering support, ensuring that every student is encouraged to thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Crayford Academy is designed to equip students with essential literacy and numeracy skills, preparing them for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with dedicated Pastoral & Wellbeing Mentors available to assist students in their transition and overall wellbeing. The thriving Sixth Form further enriches the school community, fostering leadership and role-modeling among older students.
Crayford Academy actively engages with families and the wider community, promoting a collaborative approach to education. The school’s ethos is built on high expectations and unwavering support, ensuring that every student is encouraged to thrive academically and personally.
Useful links
- Governance & Leadership (governance)
- Posted 9 Oct Academy Parent Governor Election (governance)
- Options - Subject Presentations (sen)
- SEN (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Sixth Form Prospectus (download)
- Admissions Oversubscription Criteria (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Determined Admissions Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls (77.3)
- Dartford Grammar School (77.0)
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls (73.4)
- Dartford Grammar School (70.2)
- Wilmington Grammar School for Girls (66.9)
Key details
- LA
- Bexley
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- HABERDASHERS' ASKE'S FEDERATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 1078
- Boys
- 536
- Girls
- 542
- FSM %
- 35.50
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1078 | 536 | 542 | 1150 | 35.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1066 | 525 | 541 | 1150 | 33.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1054 | 535 | 519 | 1150 | 26.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1054 | 535 | 519 | 1150 | 26.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1054 | 525 | 529 | 1150 | 21.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1028 | 526 | 502 | 1150 | 16.90 |
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