James Dixon Primary School

URN: 143774 • London SE20 8BW

Overview

Name
James Dixon Primary School
URN
143774
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Aldred (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
02087786101
Website
Visit
Address
William Booth Road, London SE20 8BW

Summary

James Dixon Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in London, Bromley, with a current enrolment of 434 pupils and a capacity of 471. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with 28.7% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to serving a diverse community.

The curriculum at James Dixon is designed to be knowledge-rich and coherently sequenced, particularly in history. Students engage with both substantive and disciplinary concepts, allowing them to develop a thorough understanding of local, British, and world history. The curriculum encourages critical thinking, enabling children to ask perceptive questions and analyse sources, fostering a deeper appreciation of the historical discipline.

For prospective parents, the school offers scheduled open mornings for visits, allowing families to explore the school environment and learn more about its ethos and educational approach. Additional information, including policies and staffing, is available on the school's website, ensuring transparency and accessibility for the community.

Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
471
Pupils
434
Boys
228
Girls
206
FSM %
28.70
Open date
2016-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 434 228 206 471 28.70
2024-09-11 433 225 208 471 31.40
2023-09-11 441 239 202 471 30.40
2022-09-11 441 239 202 480 30.40
2021-09-11 440 231 209 480 29.10
2020-09-11 445 232 213 480 24.40

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