The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- The school is at capacity (111% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
74.7
30.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
56.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
98%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Based on 192 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
7% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 104 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,502
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 3%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bexley
- Trust
- BEXLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Hugh Gilmore (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Danson Lane, Welling, Kent, DA16 2BL
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmDanson Primary School
Primary · Very close
Hook Lane Primary School
Primary · 664m away
Park View Academy
Independent · 799m away
Blackfen School for Girls
Secondary · 945m away
Sherwood Park Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Days Lane Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Foster's Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Westbrooke School
Special school · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Bexley Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Bexley Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Bexley Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Bexley Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Bexley Grammar School?
Bexley Grammar School currently has 1,502 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bexley Grammar School take?
Bexley Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Bexley Grammar School?
Bexley Grammar School is in Welling, DA16 2BL, in the Bexley local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bexley Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Bexley Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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