St John and St James CofE Primary School
London, N18 2TL · Enfield · primary school
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35th of 61 primary schools in Enfield we can score, 68 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 — 7.2/10 against 1,737 of 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 41% | 2.23 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.71 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 26% | 1.71 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John and St James CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Afro Dance, Arts & Crafts, Chess, Sewing, Steelpans, The Big Crunch, Library, and Cooking clubs. Sports include Tag Rugby, Yoga, Box Fit, Football, and Gymnastics. Art and Film clubs are also available, alongside a seaside trip. An after-school club is provided.
Getting in
The published school roll is 241 pupils against a stated capacity of 440. 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 activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St John and St James CofE Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils “get a good deal” and feel a “strong sense of belonging.” Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils receive necessary support to achieve well, resulting in positive behaviour and effective learning across the curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully ordered and taught,” allowing pupils to build on prior knowledge, such as in geography and early years vocabulary.
- Staff effectively check understanding to address gaps, helping pupils retain key concepts like times tables in mathematics.
- Pupils develop strong reading skills through a “well-organised programme” of phonics, with staff supporting those who fall behind.
- Leaders promote personal development through diverse clubs and PSHE, ensuring disadvantaged pupils participate fully.
- Staff are skilled at identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure that books taken home by key stage 1 pupils “match the letter sounds that they know” to prevent guessing and improve reading accuracy.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders dealing with concerns promptly and staff building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and families.
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 | 66% |
| 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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