Darrick Wood School
Orpington, BR6 8ER · Bromley · secondary school
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10th of 19 secondary schools in Bromley we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 742 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 6.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 50.8 · 64 | 30% | 1.93 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.0 · 50 | 25% | 1.26 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 51.3 · 75 | 10% | 0.75 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Darrick Wood School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 51.5, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.0 in 2023/24, indicating pupils performed as well as those nationally starting from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,698 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,825. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to improve their Progress 8 scores beyond the national baseline? What specific support structures are in place for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8 above the national median?
What Ofsted said about Darrick Wood School
Overview
The report states that "most pupils enjoy school" and benefit from "high expectations," resulting in strong academic and personal development. The school is praised for its "wide curriculum and inclusivity," which ensures pupils gain diverse experiences. However, inconsistencies in teaching techniques and behaviour management in the lower years are identified as areas requiring attention.
Strengths
- The curriculum is broad and inclusive, allowing pupils to study a wide range of subjects including arts and humanities up to GCSE and A level.
- Pupils attain well in their GCSEs, and sixth-form students produce "high-quality work" supported by staff expertise.
- The school provides an "extensive range of activities, clubs and trips" that extend learning and prepare pupils for adult life.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive accurate support, with those attending the deaf centre being "supported particularly well."
- Leaders and governors take teacher workload seriously, and attendance is described as "strong."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure "well-targeted professional development" is used to extend teachers’ pedagogical skills so the curriculum is implemented with greater consistency, particularly in Years 7 to 9.
- The revised behaviour policy needs to be implemented consistently, especially in the lower years, to prevent "silly behaviour" from interrupting learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective" and that the school is "vigilant" about safeguarding, following up on identified needs diligently.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50.3 |
| 2024/25 | 51.5 |
| 2025/26 | 51.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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