St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Loughton, IG10 2DY · Essex · primary school
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378th of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 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 — 2.3/10 against 2,806 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.21 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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 Fisher 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%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in December 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Just Dance, Drawing, Eco, Harry Potter, Faith in Action, Mindfulness, and Board Games clubs. Sports include Multi-Skills, Ball Games, Badminton, Netball, Girls’ Football, and Tennis. Arts and music provision features a Choir and Guitar tuition. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 268 pupils against a stated capacity of 390. 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? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have "transformed the culture of attendance" and established a "highly inclusive culture" following a period of leadership turbulence. While safeguarding standards are met and behaviour is "highly positive," the report notes that pupils' achievement and curriculum delivery currently "need attention," though improvements are underway.
Strengths
- Attendance has improved significantly, with leaders analysing data methodically to support families.
- The school fosters a "culture of mutual respect," resulting in excellent behaviour where bullying is "almost unheard of."
- Inclusion is strong, with pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receiving "accurate and swift" identification of needs and effective support.
- Personal development is "broad, purposeful" and designed to raise aspirations, including rich cultural enrichment opportunities.
- Staff feel "hugely valued," with senior leaders actively managing workload and wellbeing.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure staff use assessment effectively to target gaps in learning, particularly in basic skills like handwriting and spelling.
- Teaching in the early years must continue to help children acquire the skills needed to be ready for Year 1.
- Staff should consistently sequence learning precisely so pupils build secure knowledge across the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 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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