Charles Darwin School
URN: 136545 • Westerham TN16 3AU
Overview
- Name
- Charles Darwin School
- URN
- 136545
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- INICIO EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Aston Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01959574043
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Jail Lane, Westerham TN16 3AU
Summary
Charles Darwin School is a mixed secondary academy located in Westerham, Bromley, with a current enrolment of 1,314 students and a capacity of 1,356. The school prides itself on being a comprehensive institution that values, supports, and inspires all students. Under the leadership of Headteacher Aston Smith, the school fosters an inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to aspire, endeavour, and achieve.
The curriculum at Charles Darwin School is designed to provide a well-rounded educational experience, with a range of extracurricular activities available, including sports, performing arts, and various educational trips. Recent highlights include participation in the Gold School Games Award and opportunities for students to engage in mock interviews and design technology visits.
With a significant percentage of students (23.5%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to supporting diverse student needs and ensuring that all pupils have access to quality education and resources. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through events like open mornings and school tours, fostering a collaborative atmosphere for student development.
The curriculum at Charles Darwin School is designed to provide a well-rounded educational experience, with a range of extracurricular activities available, including sports, performing arts, and various educational trips. Recent highlights include participation in the Gold School Games Award and opportunities for students to engage in mock interviews and design technology visits.
With a significant percentage of students (23.5%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to supporting diverse student needs and ensuring that all pupils have access to quality education and resources. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through events like open mornings and school tours, fostering a collaborative atmosphere for student development.
Useful links
- Board of Governors (governance)
- SEN and Disabilities (sen)
- SENECA (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Calendars (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Remote Learning Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Charles Darwin School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bromley
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- INICIO EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 1356
- Pupils
- 1314
- Boys
- 634
- Girls
- 680
- FSM %
- 23.50
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1314 | 634 | 680 | 1356 | 23.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1314 | 638 | 676 | 1356 | 23.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1322 | 637 | 685 | 1356 | 19.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1322 | 637 | 685 | 1420 | 19.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1336 | 640 | 696 | 1420 | 17.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1324 | 638 | 686 | 1420 | 12.70 |
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