Pickhurst Infant Academy
91%
Capacity
327
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Pickhurst Infant Academy
Pickhurst Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 327 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 360 places).
the school is led by headteacher Beth Rigby-Drake, it falls under Bromley local authority.
Pickhurst Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 308 applications for 120 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 124 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pickhurst Infant Academy include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Pickhurst Infant Academy 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pickhurst Lane, West Wickham, Bromley, BR4 0HL |
| Headteacher | Beth Rigby-Drake |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 327 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 327 / 360 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2022. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed120
308
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
124 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
Pickhurst Lane, West Wickham
Bromley, BR4 0HL
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