Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School
86%
Capacity
354
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School
Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 354 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 412 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Fisher, it falls under Bexley local authority.
Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 189 applications for 88 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Bedonwell Infant and Nursery School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bedonwell Road, Belvedere, Bexley, DA17 5PF |
| Headteacher | Debbie Fisher |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.6% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 412 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
189
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bedonwell Road, Belvedere
Bexley, DA17 5PF
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