BEXLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL in Bexley, Welling

Education Centre Information: Bexley Grammar School:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Bexley
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/12/2010
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: Has Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1514
Number of boys: 853
Number of girls: 661
Number of Special Pupils: 8
Admissions: Selective
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Special Educational Needs:

SEN Priority 1:ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder, PD - Physical Disability, VI - Visual Impairment

Background:

Opened in 1955, set in pleasant grounds taken from Danson Park, situated in suburban southeast London, within easy access of capital and coast. Buildings added in 1972, 1995 and 2004; most recent additions include new library, art rooms, science and mathematics suites, additional information technology facilities, and sports hall. Sixth-form centre, built by parents' association, opened in 1982; other specialist facilities include technology, performing arts and music areas. In addition to school's gymnasium, PE department uses nearby sports hall and swimming pool. Has impressive record of achievement; proud of contribution it has made to education of young people in local area. Follows broad grammar-school curriculum, with International Baccalaureate and A-levels in sixth form. Languages, science, mathematics and art are particular strengths; extensive curriculum enrichment programme in sport and cultural activities. Specialist language college status from 2002. Before-school breakfast club, from 7.45am; after-school homework club, until 4.30pm. Over-subscribed, with six applications per place. Artsmark; Artsmark Silver (2003); Artsmark Gold (2006); Sportsmark; Investor in People status; DfES achievement award (2002, 2003); Leading Edge status (2006). Ethos: 'The school aims to develop academic, physical and other talents'.