Bursted Wood Primary School

About Bursted Wood Primary School

Bursted Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 625 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).

Ofsted has rated Bursted Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Charman, it falls under Bexley local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1291st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 55 in Bexley.

Bursted Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 221 applications for 90 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Bursted Wood Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Rounders, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Bursted Wood Primary 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.

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