Upland Primary School
98%
Capacity
443
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Upland Primary School
Upland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Upland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Smiles, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3613th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 55 in Bexley.
Upland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 223 applications for 60 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Upland Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Upland 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 | 0 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Road, Bexleyheath, Bexley, DA7 4DG |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Smiles |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.0% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 450 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3613th of 13,686
Nationally
726th of 1,592
In London
20th of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
72%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
223
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Road, Bexleyheath
Bexley, DA7 4DG
Journey to School
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