St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
London, SE20 8ES · Bromley · primary school
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64th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.2/10 against 2,600 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a swimming club, and the school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 183 pupils against a stated capacity of 234. 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 have not yet reached the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2025 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy attending this “warm, friendly school” where they feel supported and part of a community. The school continues to promote high achievement and mutual respect, with pupils displaying positive attitudes to learning and behaving well.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and are confident they can approach staff with concerns, supported by effective systems.
- Reading is a priority, with well-trained staff delivering phonics effectively and pupils displaying a “genuine love of reading”.
- The curriculum is “well considered and carefully organised” with ambitious endpoints, ensuring pupils master knowledge before moving on.
- The school offers a wide range of enriching activities, including educational visits, after-school clubs, and citizenship programmes.
- Leaders and governors work well together, with trust experts supporting the school to improve the quality of education.
Areas to improve
- Teaching should check pupils’ understanding more promptly to address misconceptions, ensuring they acquire a “deep understanding” of what they are learning.
- Learning activities must consistently align with intended outcomes to prevent gaps in pupils’ understanding.
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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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