St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School
London, SE28 8GB · Greenwich · primary school
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37th of 61 primary schools in Greenwich we can score, 62 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 — 8.7/10 against 2,671 of them, against 7.8/10 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 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Margaret Clitherow Catholic 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%. 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 173 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll of 173?
What Ofsted said about St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School is a place where pupils are happy, well cared for, and demonstrate "impeccable" behaviour. The school fosters a calm learning environment underpinned by values of love, respect, and compassion, with strong pastoral support for families.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "impeccable" behaviour and attitudes, creating a "calm learning environment" where bullying is absent.
- Leaders have designed an "ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum," with teachers demonstrating "secure subject knowledge" in many areas.
- Reading is a high priority; staff are well trained in phonics, ensuring children "begin learning to read as soon as they join the school."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "fully involved and supported in school life" with necessary adaptations.
- Pupils actively contribute to the community through leadership roles, such as environmental ambassadors, and engage in diverse extra-curricular activities.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen support for staff well-being, as some expressed concerns that "full consideration is not given to the demands placed upon them."
- In subjects like modern foreign languages and geography, curriculum implementation is at an "early stage," leading to gaps in pupils’ knowledge; leaders must provide further training to ensure the curriculum is delivered as intended.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "culture of vigilance" and meticulous record-keeping by leaders who work diligently with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 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
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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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