St James's Catholic Primary School
Twickenham, TW2 5NP · Richmond upon Thames · primary school
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6th of 38 primary schools in Richmond upon Thames we can score, 45 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 — 9.2/10 against 1,615 of them, against 9.6/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 62% | 5.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 32.0 · 99 | 38% | 3.79 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St James's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 32.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess and Pins&Needles Sewing clubs, play Tag Rugby or Real Runners, and participate in the Infant Choir, Junior Choir, Nota Bene, or Orchestra.
Getting in
The published school roll is 669 pupils against a stated capacity of 689. 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 do the choir and orchestra groups balance rehearsal time with core academic lessons? What support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about St James's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school with a "relentless focus on providing the highest possible quality of education" and "extremely high expectations" for all pupils. It highlights an environment where pupils are "polite, confident and enjoy being in school," supported by staff who have built "extremely positive relationships" with them.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "extremely ambitious," ensuring pupils "build knowledge over time progressively" and that staff "identified precisely what pupils need to learn."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "supported exceptionally well," allowing them to "achieve very well."
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and "present and model new information expertly," leading to work of "extremely high quality."
- Early reading is taught to a "consistently high standard," with staff skilled at identifying pupils who fall behind and putting in place "swift support."
- Behaviour is described as "exemplary," creating a "calm, orderly and welcoming environment" where kindness is central.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 90% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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