Our Lady of Grace Catholic Junior School
London, NW2 6HS · Brent · primary school
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2nd of 51 primary schools in Brent we can score, 59 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 — 9.9/10 against 3,059 of them, against 9.7/10 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
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| 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.
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2024. 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 (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the choir, line dancing, computing, and arts & crafts clubs, or participate in football, basketball, tennis, and general sports & fitness. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the line dancing club?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of Grace Catholic Junior School
Overview
This is a “caring and friendly school” where leaders are “highly ambitious for all pupils.” Pupils are described as “happy and kept safe,” thriving in a “nurturing environment” where they “excel in their learning” and are “exceptionally well prepared for the next stage of their education.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “highly developed and ambitious,” with leaders pinpointing specific knowledge that builds logically over time in subjects like mathematics and art.
- Early reading is central to planning; pupils read with “enthusiasm” and benefit from a “well-structured phonics programme” that ensures a smooth transition from infant school.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified with “precision” and supported by “well-chosen strategies” to achieve “exceptionally well.”
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with pupils showing “respect and kindness” and adopting a mindset where challenges are seen as “opportunities for improvement.”
- Staff are “overwhelmingly happy and proud,” supported by “high-quality professional development” and manageable workloads.
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 | 89% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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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