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Darrick Wood School Catchment Area

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

Darrick Wood School is a academy converter secondary school in Orpington, Bromley , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1687 pupils, and a capacity of 1825 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,687

Pupils

1,825

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Darrick Wood School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Darrick Wood School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bromley. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

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 Bromley 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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Darrick Wood School — School Information

Full address
Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington, BR6 8ER
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.7% of pupils
DfE URN
136355

Other Secondary Schools in Orpington

If Darrick Wood School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Orpington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Darrick Wood School

Is Darrick Wood School oversubscribed?

Darrick Wood School is operating close to its capacity of 1825 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Darrick Wood School?

Admission to Darrick Wood School is managed by Bromley. 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 Darrick Wood School cover?

Darrick Wood School is a secondary school in Orpington, Bromley, 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 Darrick Wood School?

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