Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
URN: 137032 • Orpington BR6 8ER
Overview
- Name
- Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
- URN
- 137032
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CHANCERY EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lydia Crawford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01689857278
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington BR6 8ER
Summary
Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School, located in Orpington, Bromley, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 306 pupils, out of a capacity of 348. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to thrive. The ethos of the school emphasizes respect, inspiration, and a commitment to high expectations in achievement, behaviour, and personal development.
The curriculum at Darrick Wood is ambitious and thoughtfully planned, ensuring that pupils benefit from a well-rounded education. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the school's excellent behaviour standards and the quality of support for personal development, indicating a strong focus on the holistic growth of each child. The school community values the partnership between parents, children, and staff, which is seen as essential for providing a solid foundation for educational success.
Parents have expressed appreciation for the innovative ways the school celebrates children's achievements, fostering a sense of pride and engagement within the community. Overall, Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School is dedicated to creating a happy and secure learning environment where every child can flourish.
The curriculum at Darrick Wood is ambitious and thoughtfully planned, ensuring that pupils benefit from a well-rounded education. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the school's excellent behaviour standards and the quality of support for personal development, indicating a strong focus on the holistic growth of each child. The school community values the partnership between parents, children, and staff, which is seen as essential for providing a solid foundation for educational success.
Parents have expressed appreciation for the innovative ways the school celebrates children's achievements, fostering a sense of pride and engagement within the community. Overall, Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School is dedicated to creating a happy and secure learning environment where every child can flourish.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- ABOUT (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Our Nursery Admissions Policy (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Warren Road Primary School (80.9)
- Crofton Infant School (79.3)
- Crofton Junior School (79.0)
- Perry Hall Primary School (75.5)
- St James' Roman Catholic Primary School (74.3)
Key details
- LA
- Bromley
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CHANCERY EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 348
- Pupils
- 306
- Boys
- 156
- Girls
- 150
- FSM %
- 8.00
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 306 | 156 | 150 | 348 | 8.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 307 | 170 | 137 | 348 | 9.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 333 | 191 | 142 | 348 | 9.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 333 | 191 | 142 | 348 | 9.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 345 | 181 | 164 | 348 | 6.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 341 | 175 | 166 | 348 | 6.30 |
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