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The Barnehurst Federation of Schools, Erith DA8

Barnehurst Close, Northumberland Heath, Erith, Kent DA8 3NL

10 simple reasons to choose The Barnehurst Federation of Schools

State primary school (academy converter) and nursery in Northumberland Heath, Erith.
For pupils aged 3 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Not a school of religious character.
Non-selective intake.
Medium sized school with an average of two classes per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.

10 better reasons to choose The Barnehurst Federation of Schools

Schoolsmith Score®; 69.
One of the best state primary schools in Erith and one of the 4 best independent or state primaries within 2 miles.
On average, 30 pupils per class and 27.7 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
In the top 20% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years.
Most subjects are taught separately, but some foundation subjects, such as geography and history, are taught within termly Global Citizenship themes with cross-curricular links to other subjects where appropriate. Residential trips for the senior pupils.
School has Academy status, with more freedom over its curriculum and teaching methods than other state schools. As a member of The Primary First Trust, a Multi Academy Trust of 8 schools, it also has access to more specialist teachers and resources than most state schools.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There are a small number of academic clubs.
School offers over 10 different sports. Competitive teams in major sports from Year 3.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. Choir. There are also some visual and performing arts clubs.
Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2016.

Find another school near The Barnehurst Federation of Schools

Independent Prep Schools

West Lodge School (4.6 miles); Merton Court School (4.7 miles); Benedict House Preparatory School (5 miles).

State Primary Schools

Bursted Wood Primary School (1 mile); St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Crayford (1.6 miles); St Paulinus Church of England Primary School, Crayford (1.6 miles).

Independent Senior Schools

Farringtons School (6.2 miles); Blackheath High School (7.1 miles); Colfe's School (7.1 miles).

State Senior Schools

Erith Secondary School (0.5 miles); Townley Grammar School (2.2 miles); Beths Grammar School (2.3 miles).

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