Pelham Primary School
URN: 139494 • Bexleyheath DA7 4HL
Overview
- Name
- Pelham Primary School
- URN
- 139494
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ILLUMINATE MINDS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cara Took (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 02083036556
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pelham Road, Bexleyheath DA7 4HL
Summary
Pelham Primary School, located in Bexleyheath, is an academy converter catering to a mixed-gender population of 414 pupils, with a capacity of 446. The school prides itself on fostering a vibrant community where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the development of confident, compassionate, and curious individuals prepared for future challenges.
The curriculum at Pelham is designed to provide a holistic educational experience, incorporating a range of enriching activities such as music, sports, and drama. While the school does not specifically prepare students for selective secondary tests, it offers extra-curricular opportunities and links to tuition services to support families aiming for local grammar schools.
Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families are central to the school’s approach, promoting an inclusive environment where respect and collaboration thrive. Pelham Primary School is committed to working closely with the community to provide a solid foundation for students as they transition to secondary education.
The curriculum at Pelham is designed to provide a holistic educational experience, incorporating a range of enriching activities such as music, sports, and drama. While the school does not specifically prepare students for selective secondary tests, it offers extra-curricular opportunities and links to tuition services to support families aiming for local grammar schools.
Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families are central to the school’s approach, promoting an inclusive environment where respect and collaboration thrive. Pelham Primary School is committed to working closely with the community to provide a solid foundation for students as they transition to secondary education.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Talent Pool (other)
- Illuminate Minds Trust (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Thomas More Catholic Primary School (76.7)
- St Thomas More Catholic Primary School (71.7)
- Bursted Wood Primary School (71.5)
- Gravel Hill Primary School (65.7)
- Brampton Primary Academy (65.4)
Key details
- LA
- Bexley
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ILLUMINATE MINDS TRUST
- Capacity
- 446
- Pupils
- 414
- Boys
- 200
- Girls
- 214
- FSM %
- 15.30
- Open date
- 2013-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 414 | 200 | 214 | 446 | 15.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 427 | 209 | 218 | 446 | 18.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 430 | 221 | 209 | 446 | 19.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 430 | 221 | 209 | 446 | 19.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 412 | 210 | 202 | 446 | 18.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 419 | 203 | 216 | 446 | 12.90 |
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