Burnt Ash Primary School
Bromley, BR1 4QX · Bromley · primary school
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12th of 69 primary schools in Bromley we can score, 76 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 — 9.1/10 against 2,924 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burnt Ash Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 19.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 428 pupils against a stated capacity of 440. 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
With 12 places currently spare, how does the school manage waiting lists for the next academic year? Since the inspection was recent, what specific changes have been made to the curriculum since the March 2025 visit? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Burnt Ash Primary School
Overview
Burnt Ash Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection, where it was judged outstanding for overall effectiveness. Pupils receive an excellent education within a nurturing environment that lives out its mission to ‘care about achievement for all’. The school provides a calm, productive atmosphere where pupils are courteous, polite, and highly motivated learners.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as ‘ambitious and rich’, using an ‘enquiry-based’ approach with weekly ‘enquiry days’ that help pupils make links across subjects.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is ‘exceptional’, with needs identified quickly and excellent support provided in the specially resourced provision.
- Reading is the ‘bedrock of the curriculum’, with staff creating a ‘buzz around reading’ and delivering an effective phonics programme.
- Personal development is ‘excellent’, offering a wide range of clubs, competitions, and life experiences that prepare pupils for ‘life in modern day Britain’.
- Staff are ‘strongly dedicated’ to pupil care, and leaders provide valuable professional development to support this commitment.
Areas to improve
- Leaders are ‘strengthening the lines of communication to ensure all staff feel heard’.
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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