Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
88%
Capacity
306
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School
Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 348 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lydia Crawford, it falls under Bromley local authority.
Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 352 applications for 87 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Football, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Darrick Wood Infant & 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 | Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington, Bromley, BR6 8ER |
| Headteacher | Lydia Crawford |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 348 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed87
352
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington
Bromley, BR6 8ER
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