Days Lane Primary School
101%
Capacity
661
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Days Lane Primary School
Days Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 661 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 656 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Days Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Trusty, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4932nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 55 in Bexley.
Days Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 237 applications for 90 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 94 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Days Lane Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Days Lane 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Days Lane, Sidcup, Bexley, DA15 8JU |
| Headteacher | Joanna Trusty |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 661 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 661 / 656 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4932nd of 13,686
Nationally
901st of 1,592
In London
26th of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
68%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
237
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
94 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Days Lane, Sidcup
Bexley, DA15 8JU
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