St Paul's Catholic Primary School
London, N22 7SZ · Haringey · primary school
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24th of 49 primary schools in Haringey we can score, 60 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 3,131 of them, against 7.5/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 38% | 3.48 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 19.0% reached the higher standard, 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, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in a School Council, swimming, and music activities including church choir, piano, guitar, trumpet, and clarinet.
Getting in
The published school roll is 165 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 does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What are the specific entry criteria for the next academic year? How is the School Council structured to ensure pupil voice?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Paul’s is described as a small community school where pupils feel safe and cared for, underpinned by a strong culture of mutual respect. The inspection highlights an effective reading programme and outstanding early years provision, with pupils demonstrating positive attitudes towards learning and community involvement.
Strengths
- The early years provision is rated Outstanding, with adults helping children develop language skills quickly and establishing "exceptionally strong" foundations for behaviour.
- An effective reading programme ensures children start learning sounds from their first day in Reception, with expert support helping those who fall behind to become fluent readers.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported by trained staff, allowing them to spend most of their time learning successfully alongside peers.
- The school fosters inclusivity, particularly for pupils speaking English as an additional language, through initiatives such as parents leading prayers in their home language.
- Pupils engage in wider opportunities, including music, chess, and charity work, developing leadership skills and a sense of community responsibility.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, the curriculum is not taught consistently well, leading to mixed experiences where some pupils do not build knowledge as effectively as they could over time.
- The school should ensure that the curriculum sets out clearly the important knowledge pupils need to learn, particularly in subjects where this is currently lacking, to better prepare them for future stages.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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