St John's Church of England Primary School
London, SE20 8HU · Bromley · primary school
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29th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.3/10 against 1,390 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 62% | 4.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
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's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 152 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 breakfast and after-school clubs support pupils’ daily routine? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about St John's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and well-behaved in a “kind and welcoming” environment where staff maintain high expectations. While early years provision is strong, the quality of education in Years 1 to 6 is inconsistent, with teaching sometimes lacking clarity or accuracy. Consequently, the school’s overall quality of education and leadership require improvement, though behaviour and personal development are rated as good.
Strengths
- Pupils display “positive attitudes to learning,” are “polite and courteous,” and respond quickly to adult instructions.
- Early years provision is effective, with children showing “enjoyment and independence” in a stimulating environment.
- Reading is prioritised successfully; many pupils read with “fluency and expression” and show resilience with unfamiliar words.
- The school provides enrichment opportunities, such as visits to theatres and galleries, to broaden pupils’ “cultural capital.”
- Staff work effectively with external agencies to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Areas to improve
- Teaching must ensure pupils develop a “secure understanding of subject-specific vocabulary” across all subjects to prevent gaps in knowledge.
- Leaders should ensure teaching presents information “clearly and accurately” so pupils do not persist with misconceptions.
- The school needs to consistently check pupils’ understanding before moving to new content and strengthen leadership oversight of curriculum implementation.
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 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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