Chatsworth Infant School
114%
Capacity
205
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Chatsworth Infant School
Chatsworth Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chatsworth Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cathy Kinsley, it falls under Bexley local authority.
Chatsworth Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 225 applications for 60 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
Chatsworth Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chatsworth Infant School include Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Chatsworth Infant 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 | Burnt Oak Lane, Sidcup, Bexley, DA15 9DD |
| Headteacher | Cathy Kinsley |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.0% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 180 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
67 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities 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
225
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Burnt Oak Lane, Sidcup
Bexley, DA15 9DD
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