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Bexley Grammar School
Danson Lane, Welling, Kent, DA16 2BL, Bexley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.6 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,502
Capacity
1,357
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
111%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional GCSE results, this school demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence, boasting a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 74.7 and a 100% pass rate in English and Maths. The high percentage of students progressing to university (84%), including nearly half to top-third institutions, reflects its effectiveness in preparing pupils for higher education. Additionally, the school's impressive LocaleIQ score indicates it outperforms 99% of schools, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking a high-quality secondary education.
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Last inspected: 18 October 2022Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 74.7 | Top 2% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 100% | Top 1% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 98% | Top 1% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 98% | Top 0% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 96% | Top 0% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 84% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 49% | Top 20% |
Based on 209 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British33.7%
Asian Indian12.1%
White Other11.5%
Black African11.1%
Asian Other9.5%
Asian Chinese5.3%
Mixed W+Asian4.3%
Mixed Other2.9%
Asian Pakistani1.5%
Other1.4%
Asian Bangladeshi1.3%
Mixed W+B African1.2%
Black Caribbean0.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
White Irish0.7%
Black Other0.5%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
Location
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51.45650, 0.10705 · DA16 2BL
School details
Frequently asked questions
What is Bexley Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Bexley Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 October 2022.
Is Bexley Grammar School a good school?
Bexley Grammar School scores 98.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Bexley Grammar School in GCSEs?
Bexley Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 74.7. 100% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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