Haberdashers' Crayford Primary
103%
Capacity
243
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Haberdashers' Crayford Primary
Haberdashers' Crayford Primary is a state-funded co-educational primary school located in Bexley, London (DA1 4RS), welcoming pupils aged 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Haberdashers' Crayford Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Ellis, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8973rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 55 in Bexley.
Haberdashers' Crayford Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Haberdashers' Crayford Primary include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Haberdashers' Crayford Primary 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 |
| Address | Iron Mill Lane, Dartford, Bexley, DA1 4RS |
| Headteacher | Kate Ellis |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.4% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 236 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8973rd of 13,686
Nationally
1340th of 1,592
In London
44th of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Haberdashers' Crayford Primary
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Contact Information
Iron Mill Lane, Dartford
Bexley, DA1 4RS
Iron Mill Lane, Dartford
Bexley, DA1 4RS
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