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Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School Catchment Area

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

Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School is a academy converter secondary school in Sidcup, Bexley , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1517 pupils, and a capacity of 1344 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,517

Pupils

1,344

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Chislehurst and Sidcup 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: 1517 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1344 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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Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School — School Information

Full address
Hurst Road, Sidcup, DA15 9AG
Local authority
Bexley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
2.7% of pupils
DfE URN
137423

Other Secondary Schools in Sidcup

If Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sidcup are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School

Is Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School oversubscribed?

Yes — Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School currently has 1517 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1344 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School?

Chislehurst and Sidcup 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 Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School cover?

Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School is a secondary school in Sidcup, 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 Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School?

Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.