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Pelham Primary School Catchment Area

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

Pelham Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Bexleyheath, Bexley , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 414 pupils, and a capacity of 446 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

414

Pupils

446

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Pelham Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Pelham 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.

Operating near capacity: 93% 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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Pelham Primary School — School Information

Full address
Pelham Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4HL
Local authority
Bexley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
15.3% of pupils
DfE URN
139494

Other Primary Schools in Bexleyheath

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Pelham Primary School

Is Pelham Primary School oversubscribed?

Pelham Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 446 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Pelham Primary School?

Admission to Pelham 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 Pelham Primary School cover?

Pelham Primary School is a primary school in Bexleyheath, 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 Pelham Primary School?

Pelham Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.