Royal Park Primary Academy
83%
Capacity
346
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Royal Park Primary Academy
Royal Park Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 346 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 416 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Royal Park Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Penny Holmes, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2603rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 55 in Bexley.
Royal Park Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 43 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Royal Park Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Royal Park Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Riverside Road, Sidcup, Bexley, DA14 4PX |
| Headteacher | Penny Holmes |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 346 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.4% |
| School Capacity | 346 / 416 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2603rd of 13,686
Nationally
566th of 1,592
In London
14th of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 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
Riverside Road, Sidcup
Bexley, DA14 4PX
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