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Hook Lane Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hook Lane Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Welling, Bexley , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 452 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

452

Pupils

420

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Hook Lane Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 452 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Hook Lane Primary School — School Information

Full address
Faraday Road, Welling, DA16 2ET
Local authority
Bexley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
15.1% of pupils
DfE URN
147240

Other Primary Schools in Welling

If Hook Lane Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Welling are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hook Lane Primary School

Is Hook Lane Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hook Lane Primary School currently has 452 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hook Lane Primary School?

Admission to Hook Lane 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 Hook Lane Primary School cover?

Hook Lane Primary School is a primary school in Welling, 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 Hook Lane Primary School?

Hook Lane Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.