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Our Lady and St John's Catholic Primary School

Brentford, TW8 9JF · Hounslow · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary Roman Catholic
7.7/10 Above average

9th of 45 primary schools in Hounslow we can score, 50 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.

Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.4/10 against 3,839 of them, against 9.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 90.0 · 98 40% 3.90
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 13.0 · 78 25% 1.94

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Our Lady and St John's Catholic Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024.

Getting in

The published school roll is 221 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the coming year? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?

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What Ofsted said about Our Lady and St John's Catholic Primary School

Inspection report dated 4 July 2024

Overview

This is an ungraded inspection of a school previously judged 'good', where the overall judgement remains unchanged. However, the report states that evidence suggests the grade might be 'outstanding' if a graded inspection were carried out now, indicating high-quality provision across the school.

Strengths

  • The curriculum is described as 'broad and ambitious', with learning broken into 'small steps' to help pupils, including those with SEND, deepen their knowledge.
  • Behaviour is 'exemplary' and 'calm and harmonious', with pupils taught about 'integrity' and showing a 'focused attitude towards their learning'.
  • Staff provide 'highly personalised approaches' to support individual success, ensuring pupils achieve 'high standards across the curriculum'.
  • Reading is prioritised with a 'positive culture', where pupils 'eagerly share their love of reading' and receive skilful support to build fluency.
  • Provision for broader development is 'exceptional', preparing pupils for future life through values-based activities and external visits.

Areas to improve

  • The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
90%
2024/25
Higher standard
13%
2024/25
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
18%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

83% 2022/23
70% 2023/24
90% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Our Lady and St John's Catholic Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2383%
2023/2470%
2024/2590%
England64%

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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