Best 3 Secondary schools in Bexley – 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 secondary schools: Townley Grammar School (Secondary) in Bexleyheath; Bexley Grammar School (Secondary) in Welling; Cleeve Park School (Secondary) in Sidcup — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Townley Grammar School, Bexley Grammar School and Cleeve Park School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Bexleyheath, Kent, Welling, Kent and Sidcup, Kent. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Townley Grammar School), published Apr 2023. The lowest is 2 (Cleeve Park School), published Apr 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Cleeve Park School (Apr 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,400, combined total ≈ 4,200, typical FSM 10–15%, range 0–5%–30–35%; spread across trusts such as TOWNLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST and The Kemnal Academies Trust.

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Attribute	Townley Grammar School DA6 7AB	Bexley Grammar School DA16 2BL	Cleeve Park School DA14 4JN
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AB	Welling Kent DA16 2BL	Sidcup Kent DA14 4JN
Latest Ofsted	1 27 Apr 2023	1 24 Nov 2022	2 24 Apr 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,650 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1550	1357	1200
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	TOWNLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST	Bexley (303)	The Kemnal Academies Trust
Website	www.townleygrammar.org.uk	www.bexleygs.co.uk	www.cleevepark-tkat.org
Telephone	02083048311	02083048538	02083026418
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Townley Grammar School

DA6 7AB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Bexleyheath
Kent
DA6 7AB
Ofsted: 1 27 Apr 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: TOWNLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST
Website: www.townleygrammar.org.uk
Telephone: 02083048311

Bexley Grammar School

DA16 2BL

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Welling
Kent
DA16 2BL
Ofsted: 1 24 Nov 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bexley (303)
Website: www.bexleygs.co.uk
Telephone: 02083048538

Cleeve Park School

DA14 4JN

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Sidcup
Kent
DA14 4JN
Ofsted: 2 24 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Kemnal Academies Trust
Website: www.cleevepark-tkat.org
Telephone: 02083026418

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.