St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
Orpington, BR5 2SR · Bromley · primary school
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20th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.4/10 against 4,017 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Minecraft, Munchkins Dance, Musical Theatre, Lego, and PTA Mini-Olympics clubs. Sports include football, athletics, taekwondo, and gymnastics. Arts and music options cover choir, piano, and woodwind lessons. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 222 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How does the 2023 inspection rating reflect current teaching practices?
What Ofsted said about St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are "very proud" of their "warm and welcoming" environment. The report highlights that pupils are "happy and enjoy learning," supported by "respectful and caring" relationships with adults that help them feel "valued and safe."
Strengths
- Pupils are "incredibly polite and well mannered," with "highly positive" behaviour that enables them to "achieve well."
- Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum that is broad and balanced," with careful planning to help pupils "link what they already know with new learning."
- Early reading is "prioritised by leaders," ensuring children develop "strong foundations" and quickly become "fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "learn the same ambitious curriculum as their peers," with staff adapting activities effectively.
- Staff feel "valued" and appreciate working in a "very supportive team" where leaders are "considerate of their workload and well-being."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum is "not as well embedded as it is in others," resulting in pupils recalling tasks rather than "essential knowledge." Leaders need to support teachers to ensure pupils grasp and recall this knowledge securely.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with leaders and governors having put in place a "robust culture of safeguarding throughout the school."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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