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Bexley Grammar School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Bexley Grammar School is a academy converter secondary school in Welling, Bexley , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1502 pupils, and a capacity of 1357 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,502

Pupils

1,357

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2022

Bexley Grammar School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Bexley Grammar School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Bexley may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1502 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1357 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Bexley before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Bexley Grammar School — School Information

Full address
Danson Lane, Welling, DA16 2BL
Local authority
Bexley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
3% of pupils
DfE URN
136369

Other Secondary Schools in Welling

If Bexley Grammar School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Welling are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bexley Grammar School

Is Bexley Grammar School oversubscribed?

Yes — Bexley Grammar School currently has 1502 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1357 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bexley Grammar School?

Bexley Grammar School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Bexley publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Bexley Grammar School cover?

Bexley Grammar School is a secondary school in Welling, Bexley, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bexley Grammar School?

Bexley Grammar School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.