Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School
86%
Capacity
544
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School
Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 544 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Claudet Hedman, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4197th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 55 in Bexley.
Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 51 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 70% recommending the school (69 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Christ Church (Erith) CofE 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lesney Park Road, Erith, Bexley, DA8 3DG |
| Headteacher | Claudet Hedman |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 544 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 544 / 630 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4197th of 13,686
Nationally
802nd of 1,592
In London
23rd of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
69 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ Church (Erith) CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Lesney Park Road, Erith
Bexley, DA8 3DG
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Opening Hours
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