SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Ilford, IG1 1SA · Redbridge · primary school
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19th of 49 primary schools in Redbridge we can score, 52 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 — 9.6/10 against 2,391 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 18.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 338 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the Catholic ethos influence daily classroom routines and community engagement?
What Ofsted said about SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since its previous graded inspection. Consequently, the next inspection will be a graded one. The report describes a school where pupils “achieve highly” and thrive personally within a supportive community.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and rich”, using “golden threads” to help pupils retain key knowledge, resulting in “exceptionally high published academic outcomes” in English, reading and mathematics.
- Teachers deliver subject matter clearly, addressing misconceptions and ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) can “consolidate their understanding across subjects”.
- Attendance is “exemplary”, supported by clear expectations and strong professional relationships with parents.
- Pupils are “polite”, “safe”, and benefit from numerous leadership opportunities, such as the “children’s leadership team” and well-being champions.
- The school prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain, fostering an understanding of equality and protected characteristics.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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