Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Sidcup, DA15 8QW · Bexley · primary school
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30th 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 4,199 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 5.9/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 62% | 2.68 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 38% | 3.21 |
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 the Rosary Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 15.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 397 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 core subjects? What specific clubs or trips are available for Year 6 students? How does the school manage class sizes with the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils are “very well supported to succeed” in this “highly inclusive” Catholic primary school, where they feel “safe and happy.” The inspection highlights a “strong culture of reading” and “excellent” behaviour, with staff demonstrating high morale and expertise. However, the report notes that in some newly refined curriculum areas, tasks do not always build effectively on prior learning, limiting the depth of subject-specific knowledge.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exceptionally well” behaviour, showing respect for one another and staff, contributing to a calm and welcoming environment.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “very effective,” with staff adapting learning to ensure these pupils achieve well.
- The school implements a phonics programme with “precision,” resulting in pupils becoming “confident and fluent readers.”
- Staff use “careful questioning” to check understanding continuously, helping pupils retain important knowledge and build confidence.
- The governing body is “highly experienced” and understands its role, while staff benefit from high-quality training and professional development.
Areas to improve
- In some areas of the curriculum, tasks and activities do not build well on pupils’ prior knowledge, preventing them from developing the intended depth of subject-specific skills. The school should ensure staff choose activities that consistently reflect the curriculum’s ambition.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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