St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
London, SE18 7QG · Greenwich · primary school
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13th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 2,441 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 24.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.38 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 24.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. 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 (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 314 pupils against a stated capacity of 367. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the current academic year? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "calm and friendly" environment where pupils are kept safe. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in strong academic progress and positive behaviour, though some inconsistencies in teaching effectiveness require attention.
Strengths
- Parents and carers speak "very positively" about the care and support their children receive.
- Pupils consistently made "significantly above average progress" in reading and mathematics.
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with leaders being "ambitious for what they want pupils to achieve."
- Staff are "proud to work at St Patrick’s" and feel well supported by senior leaders.
- Incidents of bullying or racism are rare, as pupils are taught that such behaviour is "never acceptable."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must review support for weaker readers to ensure all staff have the "highest level of expertise" in phonics.
- In a few subjects, leaders need to review how well teaching helps pupils embed knowledge into their "long-term memory," as some currently remember activities rather than the underlying knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders being "quick to share information and follow up on any concerns" while ensuring staff are trained and pupils know how to stay safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 87% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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