Belvedere Junior School
Belvedere, DA17 6AA · Bexley · primary school
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38th of 55 primary schools in Bexley we can score, 60 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.0/10 against 1,861 of them, against 5.7/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Belvedere Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 5.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 326 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school monitor progress between the 2024 inspection and now?
What Ofsted said about Belvedere Junior School
Overview
Belvedere Junior School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a nurturing environment where pupils are happy, safe, and achieve well, supported by staff with high expectations. Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school’s community links and compassionate leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils build strong, trusting relationships with teachers and enjoy learning in a "calm and orderly" school.
- The "global citizenship" programme enriches pupils’ experiences, preparing them well for the future and broadening their aspirations.
- Staff take "brave and bold actions" in the best interests of pupils, resulting in extremely high staff morale and empowerment.
- The school swiftly identifies pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and provides appropriate support to overcome barriers to learning.
- There is a rigorous focus on improving attendance, with staff offering high-quality pastoral support and guidance to families in need.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure they "carefully check what pupils know and can do" on all occasions to adapt teaching effectively.
- Staff should make appropriate adaptations to teaching so that all pupils "deepen their understanding securely" and are fully prepared for future learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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