Foster's Primary School
99%
Capacity
450
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Foster's Primary School
Foster's Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 454 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Foster's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jason Hemley, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5565th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 55 in Bexley.
Foster's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Foster's Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Foster's 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 | None |
| Address | Westbrooke Road, Welling, Bexley, DA16 1PN |
| Headteacher | Jason Hemley |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 454 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5565th of 13,686
Nationally
978th of 1,592
In London
30th of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
67%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westbrooke Road, Welling
Bexley, DA16 1PN
Journey to School
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