Bexley Grammar School

URN: 136369 • Welling DA16 2BL

Overview

Name
Bexley Grammar School
URN
136369
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
BEXLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
75.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Hugh Gilmore (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02083048538
Website
Visit
Address
Danson Lane, Welling DA16 2BL

Summary

Bexley Grammar School, located in Welling, Bexley, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,502 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,357. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and high-expectation environment, where strong relationships between staff and students are paramount. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its core values of Intellect, Empathy, and Courage, which guide students in their academic and personal development.

The curriculum is designed to challenge students both academically and personally, encouraging them to engage critically with information and develop essential life skills. Bexley Grammar School places a strong emphasis on co-curricular opportunities, allowing students to explore their interests beyond the classroom and build resilience through teamwork and collaboration.

Support for disadvantaged students is a priority, with various initiatives in place to ensure all pupils can thrive. The school actively promotes a culture of respect and understanding, preparing students to succeed in higher education and future employment while making a positive impact in their communities.

Key details

LA
Bexley
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BEXLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Capacity
1357
Pupils
1502
Boys
971
Girls
531
FSM %
3.00
Open date
2011-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1502 971 531 1357 3.00
2024-09-11 1478 944 534 1357 2.90
2023-09-11 1444 946 498 1357 2.30
2022-09-11 1444 946 498 1357 2.30
2021-09-11 1429 905 524 1357 2.20
2020-09-11 1365 854 511 1634 2.20

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