Joydens Wood Junior School
URN: 137661 • Dartford DA2 7NE
Overview
- Name
- Joydens Wood Junior School
- URN
- 137661
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NEXUS EDUCATION SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 49.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Redford (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01322522151
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Birchwood Drive, Dartford DA2 7NE
Summary
Joydens Wood Junior School, located in Dartford, Kent, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrollment of 324 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 280. The school prides itself on creating a happy and safe environment where children can learn and grow. The dedicated staff and local committee are committed to nurturing each child's unique potential, fostering a supportive and inspiring atmosphere.
The curriculum at Joydens Wood is designed to engage students and promote holistic development. The school emphasizes the importance of community, viewing itself as a dynamic space where children come first. Regular events, such as workshops and assemblies, encourage participation and enrich the educational experience.
With 10.20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Joydens Wood Junior School is attentive to the diverse needs of its student body. The school actively promotes inclusivity and support for all families, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at http://www.joydens-wood-junior.kent.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Joydens Wood is designed to engage students and promote holistic development. The school emphasizes the importance of community, viewing itself as a dynamic space where children come first. Regular events, such as workshops and assemblies, encourage participation and enrich the educational experience.
With 10.20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Joydens Wood Junior School is attentive to the diverse needs of its student body. The school actively promotes inclusivity and support for all families, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at http://www.joydens-wood-junior.kent.sch.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Fleetdown Primary School (77.4)
- The Brent Primary School (75.0)
- West Hill Primary School (67.5)
- Leigh Academy Dartford (66.7)
- Dartford Bridge Community Primary School (65.9)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NEXUS EDUCATION SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 280
- Pupils
- 324
- Boys
- 159
- Girls
- 165
- FSM %
- 10.20
- Open date
- 2011-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 324 | 159 | 165 | 280 | 10.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 313 | 150 | 163 | 280 | 12.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 299 | 152 | 147 | 280 | 8.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 299 | 152 | 147 | 280 | 8.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 324 | 169 | 155 | 280 | 8.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 341 | 180 | 161 | 280 | 4.10 |
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