Primary schools in and around Orpington
By Nicholas Rose, Lettings Negotiator
There are many factors which influence buyers when picking the property of their dreams. Often, one of the main motivations is finding a home within the catchment area of a good school.
As it happens, prospective buyers eyeing up Orpington as their new home are in luck! As well as excellent commuter links into London, plenty of open green spaces and well-fostered sense of community, this South-East London suburb also houses several excellent primary schools for the little ones. Read on for our recommendations for the area.
Blenheim Primary School
Located in between Orpington and Chelsfield stations, Blenheim Primary School is a one form entry Primary school in partnership with Education for the 21st Century (E21C) trust. With a motivational vision statement; ‘Challenge, Strive, Succeed’ this school is a great option for parents looking for a place that will give their child a great start in life.
The children and staff at Blenheim Primary School work hard together and celebrate their achievements throughout the year. The school also aims to ensure that their students are prepared for their future role in society, as well as developing a love of learning that will stay with them forever.
Blenheim Rd, Orpington BR6 9BH
http://www.blenheimprimary.com/
Perry Hall Primary School
Located in the heart of Orpington and a stone’s throw away from Poverest Park, Perry Hall primary has a stellar reputation as a friendly and welcoming school, and aims to nurture independence and confidence in pupils through teaching. Its lucky pupils (and teachers) can enjoy a dedicated wildlife area within the school grounds, with the afterschool ‘Fruitie Tutie’ club keeping children entertained and looked after until they’re ready to be picked up.
And, its results are as good as its activities; 80% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing and maths - the national average is 50% - and its most recent OFSTED inspection awarded Perry Hall Primary an ‘outstanding’ grade for overall effectiveness.
Perry Hall Rd, Orpington BR6 0EF
http://www.perryhall.bromley.sch.uk/
Darrick Wood Junior School
Nestled between Orpington and Hayes, the Junior school is one of three in the Darrick Wood trio, which also includes an infant school and a secondary school. Children can complete their entire education in a familiar and consistent environment, which advocates the happiness, growth and development of its valued pupils.
For children keen on extra-circulars, Darrick Wood Junior is a fantastic school to nurture budding talent. It offers an impressive range of lunchtime, afterschool and summer clubs, including; zumba, cheerleading, ukulele, football, chess and many more!
Lovibonds Ave, Orpington BR6 8ER
http://www.dwjs.co.uk/
Warren Road Primary School
Rated as one of the top primary schools in Orpington, Warren Road Primary lives and breathes its school motto; “Excellence for all”. Its last OFSTED reporting rated the school at Grade 1, “Outstanding”. By providing a caring, happy and friendly to cultivate environment its pupils’ all-round potential, it aims to help them to reach their academic and personal development goals.
Warren Road Primary offers an extensive and engaging range of curricular activities, encouraging pupils to look after their well-being with events such as a Healthy Eating Fortnight, “Design a Healthy Dinner” competition, as well as clubs such as karate, Lego club and football.
Warren Rd, Orpington BR6 6JF
http://www.warrenroadprimary.co.uk/
Crofton Infant and Junior Schools
Located precisely in-between Orpington and Petts Wood stations, Crofton Infant and Junior Schools form the Crofton Academy Trust, fostering a strong sense of community amongst parents, children and teachers from the very beginning of a child’s education. With its four core values – commitment, opportunity, respect and excellence – the schools aim to inspire young learners to fall in love with education. It’s a technique that is clearly working; Crofton Infant and Crofton Junior were rated ‘Outstanding’ and ‘Good’ respectively, at their most recent OFSTED inspections.
The schools offer a diverse range of extra-curriculars, including; cheerleading, rugby, Spanish and chess, to name a few! Creativity is encouraged, with charity days like “World Book Day” or “Dress like a Superhero Day”, and there are a number of concerts and school productions throughout the year - “The Goblin Next Door” was the latest performance to grace the school stage.
Towncourt Lane, Orpington BR5 1EL
http://www.croftonschoolsacademytrust.com/
Tubbenden Primary School
“Happiness and Success” is the school motto of this Orpington primary, and it attributes equal importance to both pupil well-being and academic excellence. It teaches its values of understanding and respect of others via a ‘knighting system’, which sees children progress from squires, through to bronze, silver, gold and platinum Knights of Tubbenden.
With an enriched curriculum and plenty of opportunities for exciting school trips – Year 6 enjoy an annual voyage to France – Tubbenden Primary strives to make lifelong learners out of little ones. It follows a staged approach to ease in new-starters, with a gradual elongation of the school day until pupils are settled. Combined with friendly and caring teachers, it’s one of the most welcoming primaries we know!
Sandy Bury, Orpington BR6 9SD
http://www.tubbenden.bromley.sch.uk/