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Birkbeck Primary School Catchment Area

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

Birkbeck Primary School is a community primary school in Sidcup, Bexley , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 625 pupils, and a capacity of 682 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

625

Pupils

682

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Birkbeck Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Birkbeck Primary School is set by Bexley and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bexley before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Birkbeck Primary School — School Information

Full address
Alma Road, Sidcup, DA14 4ED
Local authority
Bexley
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
9.3% of pupils
DfE URN
101426

Other Primary Schools in Sidcup

If Birkbeck Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sidcup are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Birkbeck Primary School

Is Birkbeck Primary School oversubscribed?

Birkbeck Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 682 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Birkbeck Primary School?

Admission to Birkbeck Primary School is managed by Bexley. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Birkbeck Primary School cover?

Birkbeck Primary School is a primary school in Sidcup, Bexley, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Birkbeck Primary School?

Birkbeck Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.