Brampton Primary Academy
85%
Capacity
387
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Brampton Primary Academy
Brampton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 387 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 454 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brampton Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zara Winter-Nolan, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6370th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 55 in Bexley.
Brampton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brampton Primary Academy include Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Brampton Primary Academy 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, Bexley, DA7 4SL |
| Headteacher | Zara Winter-Nolan |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 387 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 387 / 454 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6370th of 13,686
Nationally
1086th of 1,592
In London
31st of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
180
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brampton Road, Bexleyheath
Bexley, DA7 4SL
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