Best 3 Not applicable schools in Bromley – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Riverside School (Not applicable) in Orpington; Glebe School (Not applicable) in West Wickham; Marjorie McClure School (Not applicable) in Chislehurst — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Riverside School, Glebe School and Marjorie McClure School. They are not applicable phase and community special school and academy special converter type located around Orpington, Kent, West Wickham, Kent and Chislehurst. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Riverside School), published Jun 2019. The most recent inspection on record is for Riverside School (Jun 2019). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 750, typical FSM 40–45%, range 30–35%–45–50%; spread across trusts such as Specialist Learning Trust and Nexus Education Schools Trust.

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Attribute	Riverside School BR5 3HS	Glebe School BR4 9AE	Marjorie McClure School BR7 6FG
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Orpington Kent BR5 3HS	West Wickham Kent BR4 9AE	Chislehurst BR7 6FG
Latest Ofsted	1 3 Jun 2019	1 4 Dec 2014	1 8 Sep 2014
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	319	260	100
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Bromley (305)	Specialist Learning Trust	Nexus Education Schools Trust
Website	—	www.glebe.bromley.sch.uk	www.marjoriemcclure.org.uk
Telephone	01689870519	02087774540	02084670174
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Riverside School

BR5 3HS

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Orpington
Kent
BR5 3HS
Ofsted: 1 3 Jun 2019
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bromley (305)
Website: —
Telephone: 01689870519

Glebe School

BR4 9AE

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: West Wickham
Kent
BR4 9AE
Ofsted: 1 4 Dec 2014
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Specialist Learning Trust
Website: www.glebe.bromley.sch.uk
Telephone: 02087774540

Marjorie McClure School

BR7 6FG

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Chislehurst
BR7 6FG
Ofsted: 1 8 Sep 2014
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Nexus Education Schools Trust
Website: www.marjoriemcclure.org.uk
Telephone: 02084670174

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.