Orion Blenheim
Orpington, BR6 9BH · Bromley · primary school
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48th 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 — 7.5/10 against 1,870 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Orion Blenheim 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%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance, Art, Fun, Games, Gymnastics, and KS1 Drawing clubs, play football, street dance, gymnastics, and Crystal Palace Cross Country, and attend a Year 6 PGL trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 196 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 specific support is available for children who need extra help in writing? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils before their PGL trip?
What Ofsted said about Orion Blenheim
Overview
Blenheim Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes the school as a nurturing place where pupils thrive, characterised by high expectations, excellent behaviour, and a strong emphasis on resilience. Staff and leaders are supported well by the Orion Education Trust, fostering a positive culture for both employees and students.
Strengths
- Pupils behave extremely well and are incredibly respectful, creating a "happy, harmonious place" for learning.
- Reading is a clear priority, with a consistent approach to teaching phonics that helps pupils read with "increasing fluency and enthusiasm".
- The school delivers an "ambitious curriculum" with logical sequencing, enabling pupils to confidently explain complex concepts.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and learn successfully alongside classmates through effective adaptations.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils learning about mental health, healthy relationships, and fairness.
Areas to improve
- Assessment of what pupils know and remember is not always precise enough, meaning some misconceptions are not corrected quickly.
- The school needs to ensure checks on pupil knowledge are sharper to prevent gaps in learning and better prepare pupils for new content.
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 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
—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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