St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Ilford, IG2 6RG · Redbridge · primary school
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48th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.5/10 against 2,806 of them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| 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 Augustine's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% 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 (1.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Ace Computer Coding Club, Just Sing Choir, French, Chinese Arts & Culture, and Multi-sports clubs. Sports include canoeing, tai chi, and gymnastics. Trips have included a Rome residential retreat, a visit to Lille, France, and the Royal Albert Hall. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 406 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment to the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that "aspects of the school’s work may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection," triggering a future graded inspection. While pupils enjoy a "diverse and welcoming community" with high behavioural standards, inconsistencies in curriculum implementation and phonics teaching mean some learners are "not as prepared as they need to be for the next stage of their education."
Strengths
- Pupils "behave well in all areas of the school" and show "strong self-control" and kindness towards peers.
- The school offers a "broad and rich range of activities," including trips to Rome and visits to places of worship, ensuring full inclusion for pupils with SEND.
- Staff are "well trained" to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, helping them access the "same ambitious curriculum as their peers."
- The personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) curriculum is "effectively sequenced," helping pupils understand complex topics like economic well-being.
- Leaders have taken steps to manage staff workload, and governors have a "secure understanding of the day-to-day life of the school."
Areas to improve
- The implementation of the phonics curriculum is inconsistent; the school must ensure tasks match curriculum ambition and provide sufficient practice opportunities to embed sounds.
- In some subjects, key knowledge is not clearly identified, leading to teaching that does not sharply focus on intended goals; leaders must prioritise checking curriculum impact.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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