Upton Primary School
Bexley, DA5 1HH · Bexley · primary school
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2nd of 55 primary schools in Bexley 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.2/10 against 3,837 of them, against 9.3/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Upton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. 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 (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 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 454 pupils against a stated capacity of 455. 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 breakfast club integrate with the morning routine for younger children? What does the daily timetable look like for pupils participating in after-school activities?
What Ofsted said about Upton Primary School
Overview
Upton Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, characterised by exceptional consistency, attention to detail, and organisation. Pupils delight in attending, benefiting from a broad, ambitious curriculum that brings learning to life through trips and visits. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and safety, resulting in an environment that “oozes learning” and supports excellent outcomes for all pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “meticulously designed” based on thorough subject understanding and up-to-date research, ensuring effective teaching and reduced teacher workload.
- Pupils achieve consistently highly across all subjects, with a “broad curriculum” that includes religious education, relationships education, and numerous extra-curricular activities.
- Behaviour is exemplary; pupils “behave without fault” and bullying “seldom happens,” supported by calm teacher management and clear expectations.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, including tailored adaptations and a dedicated resourced provision for those with autism.
- Early years provision ensures phonics is taught seamlessly from Reception, with gaps in learning identified and closed quickly through focused support.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, and pupils feel safe, knowing they can always talk to one of their “five trusted adults.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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