Chatsworth Infant School
URN: 143085 • Sidcup DA15 9DD
Overview
- Name
- Chatsworth Infant School
- URN
- 143085
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE PIONEER ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cathy Kinsley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02083009295
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Burnt Oak Lane, Sidcup DA15 9DD
Summary
Chatsworth Infant School, located in Sidcup, Bexley, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 205 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 180. The school prides itself on fostering strong relationships between staff and pupils, creating a safe and inclusive environment where every child feels a sense of belonging. This supportive atmosphere is reflected in the positive feedback from Ofsted, highlighting the effective safeguarding measures and the school’s proactive approach to addressing pupil absence.
The curriculum at Chatsworth is well-established across all subjects, with a strong emphasis on reading. The school employs a highly effective phonics scheme, ensuring that pupils develop strong early reading skills. Teachers are noted for their strong subject knowledge and their ability to adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of students, promoting continuous learning and personal development.
Chatsworth Infant School is committed to the well-being of its pupils, teaching them essential skills for mental and physical health, such as mindfulness and breathing techniques. The school community, comprising pupils, families, and staff, is proud of its welcoming atmosphere and the opportunities it provides for children to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Chatsworth is well-established across all subjects, with a strong emphasis on reading. The school employs a highly effective phonics scheme, ensuring that pupils develop strong early reading skills. Teachers are noted for their strong subject knowledge and their ability to adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of students, promoting continuous learning and personal development.
Chatsworth Infant School is committed to the well-being of its pupils, teaching them essential skills for mental and physical health, such as mindfulness and breathing techniques. The school community, comprising pupils, families, and staff, is proud of its welcoming atmosphere and the opportunities it provides for children to thrive academically and socially.
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Key details
- LA
- Bexley
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PIONEER ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 205
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 107
- FSM %
- 1.00
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 205 | 98 | 107 | 180 | 1.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 211 | 100 | 111 | 180 | 0.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 216 | 102 | 114 | 180 | 2.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 216 | 102 | 114 | 180 | 2.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 225 | 109 | 116 | 180 | 3.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 227 | 117 | 110 | 180 | 1.30 |
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