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School Compass
Darrick Wood School
Orpington · Bromley · BR6 8ER. secondary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 11 to 18. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same Bromley index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
- —
- Attainment 8
- 51.5
- English & maths 9–4
- 79%
Ofsted publication date: 02/07/2024. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.
What is Darrick Wood School's Ofsted rating?
Darrick Wood School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 02/07/2024). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are Darrick Wood School's GCSE outcomes?
Published Attainment 8 is 51.5. English and maths 9–4: 79%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.
Where is Darrick Wood School?
Darrick Wood School is in Orpington (BR6 8ER), Bromley. URN 136355.
How do I compare Darrick Wood School with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with Darrick Wood School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.
From the school's website
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Official links
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Other schools in Orpington
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Citation
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Darrick Wood School
URN: 136355
Local authority: Bromley
Town: Orpington
Postcode: BR6 8ER
Ofsted overall: Good (02/07/2024)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-09-24
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/136355/
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