The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2013
- The school is at capacity (113% 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
75.6
31.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
99%
57.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
96%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.01
Band 3Source: 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
98%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 191 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
6% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 97 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,517
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 2.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bexley
- Trust
- CHISLEHURST AND SIDCUP GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Nigel Walker (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Hurst Road, Sidcup, Kent, DA15 9AG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHoly Trinity Lamorbey Church of England School
Primary · 379m away
Birkbeck Primary School
Primary · 450m away
Chatsworth Infant School
Primary · 513m away
Burnt Oak Junior School
Primary · 526m away
Hurstmere School
Secondary · 546m away
Marlborough School
Special school · 709m away
West Lodge School
Independent · 844m away
Benedict House Preparatory School
Independent · 957m away
Questions parents ask
Is Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Chislehurst and Sidcup 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 Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in December 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School?
Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School currently has 1,517 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School take?
Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School?
Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School is in Sidcup, DA15 9AG, in the Bexley local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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