Hurst Primary School
URN: 140243 • Bexley DA5 3AJ
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carmel Longley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02083032688
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Dorchester Avenue, Bexley DA5 3AJ
Summary
Hurst Primary School, located in Bexley, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrollment of 661 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 630. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Since becoming an academy in 2013, Hurst has maintained a strong commitment to excellence, focusing on the holistic development of each child.
The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Inspiring Learners for Life," emphasizes the importance of resilience and positive attitudes. Hurst offers a diverse curriculum enriched with sporting, musical, and artistic opportunities, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals. The school values strong partnerships with parents, recognizing their crucial role in enhancing the educational experience and ensuring children achieve their full potential.
For parents considering Hurst Primary for their children, the school provides information on admissions and open mornings for prospective families. The application period for Reception places for children born between September 2021 and August 2022 will open in September 2025, encouraging early engagement with the school community.
The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Inspiring Learners for Life," emphasizes the importance of resilience and positive attitudes. Hurst offers a diverse curriculum enriched with sporting, musical, and artistic opportunities, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals. The school values strong partnerships with parents, recognizing their crucial role in enhancing the educational experience and ensuring children achieve their full potential.
For parents considering Hurst Primary for their children, the school provides information on admissions and open mornings for prospective families. The application period for Reception places for children born between September 2021 and August 2022 will open in September 2025, encouraging early engagement with the school community.
Useful links
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- https://forms.gle/f2WXUa2nbQuwaT6V7 (other)
- Payments (other)
Key details
- LA
- Bexley
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HURST PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 661
- Boys
- 336
- Girls
- 325
- FSM %
- 11.30
- Open date
- 2013-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 661 | 336 | 325 | 630 | 11.30 |
2024-09-11 | 666 | 344 | 322 | 630 | 11.10 |
2023-09-11 | 653 | 324 | 329 | 630 | 10.00 |
2022-09-11 | 653 | 324 | 329 | 630 | 10.00 |
2021-09-11 | 650 | 328 | 322 | 630 | 8.60 |
2020-09-11 | 672 | 346 | 326 | 630 | 9.00 |
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