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Hurstmere School Catchment Area

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

Hurstmere School is a academy converter secondary school in Sidcup, Bexley , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 965 pupils, and a capacity of 1065 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

965

Pupils

1,065

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2022

Hurstmere School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hurstmere 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.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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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Hurstmere School — School Information

Full address
Hurst Road, Sidcup, DA15 9AW
Local authority
Bexley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.1% of pupils
DfE URN
151382

Other Secondary Schools in Sidcup

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hurstmere School

Is Hurstmere School oversubscribed?

Hurstmere School is operating close to its capacity of 1065 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hurstmere School?

Admission to Hurstmere 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 Hurstmere School cover?

Hurstmere School is a secondary school in Sidcup, Bexley, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hurstmere School?

Hurstmere School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.