Joydens Wood Infant School
79%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Joydens Wood Infant School
Joydens Wood Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 212 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Joydens Wood Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Allison Morris, it falls under Kent local authority.
Joydens Wood Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 67 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Joydens Wood Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Joydens Wood Infant School is one of the options available in the South East 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Way, Bexley, Dartford, DA5 2JD |
| Headteacher | Allison Morris |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 270 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2014. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed67
137
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Way, Bexley
Dartford, DA5 2JD
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