Burnt Oak Junior School
Sidcup, DA15 9DA · Bexley · primary school
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6th 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 the 2,448 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.6/10 among them, against 8.5/10 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 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burnt Oak Junior 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%. The higher standard was reached by 21.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.6 out of 10 among them, against 8.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in athletics, multi-skills, dance, and swimming, with an annual trip to the Isle of Wight. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 245 pupils against a stated capacity of 248. 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 do not reach the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Burnt Oak Junior School
Overview
Burnt Oak Junior School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a welcoming and aspirational environment built on a strong culture of respect. Pupils are happy, well-behaved, and achieve exceptionally well across the curriculum, supported by high expectations from staff and leaders.
Strengths
- Leaders have created a "highly engaging and ambitious curriculum" where important knowledge is "clearly and precisely set out" and broken into small steps to build on previous learning.
- Teachers possess "strong" subject knowledge and use assessment effectively to identify gaps, ensuring "no pupil is left behind" and that all pupils, including those with SEND, achieve highly.
- A bespoke reading programme ensures pupils explore "interesting and diverse texts," fostering a love of reading, while phonics support is "timely and effective" for those needing it.
- The curriculum for wider development is "exemplary," teaching pupils about health, safety, and "fundamental British values," with a well-considered programme promoting emotional and physical well-being.
- Trustees and governors provide "highly effective challenge and support," and staff value the school’s efforts to support their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 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
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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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