Is Bullers Wood School for Boys a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 7 February 2023. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 9th of 19 secondary schools in Bromley. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Bullers Wood School for Boys's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Bullers Wood School for Boys averaged an Attainment 8 score of 47.6 (England: 46.2). 46.1% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at Bullers Wood School for Boys?

Applications for Year 7 places at Bullers Wood School for Boys starting in September 2027 close on 31 October 2026. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2027 (or the next working day).

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Bullers Wood School for Boys

Chislehurst Road, Bromley, BR1 2NW

Local ranking9th of 19 secondary schools in Bromley

Ofsted: GoodUpdated

Secondary

Phase

900

Capacity

11-16

Age range

Boys

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · Ofsted inspection 7 February 2023. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 47.6 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 46.1% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 72.2% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 180

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 95.0%
Continued in education: 93.0%
Apprenticeships: 1.0%
Employment: 1.0%
Not sustained: 2.0%

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 894
Boys: 894 (100%)
Capacity: 900 (99% full)
SEND: 22.6%
FSM Eligible: 16.7%
EAL: 11.4%
SEN with EHC Plan: 5.2%
SEN Support: 17.4%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 17.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 50.6
Budget per Pupil: £8,185/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 5.9% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 14.8% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Free schools
Phase: Secondary
Nursery: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 58.5%
White Other: 9.6%
Black African: 6.8%
Mixed White & Asian: 3.7%
Mixed Other: 3.7%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 3.0%
Other: 2.8%
Asian Other: 2.7%

58.5%

White British

9.6%

White Other

6.8%

Black African

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

02080160710

office@bwsboys.org

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Chislehurst Road

Bromley, London

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Administrative

URN: 145868
UKPRN: 10068095
Establishment No.: 4005
Trust: LUMERO EDUCATIONAL TRUST

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