Castilion Primary School
47%
Capacity
220
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Castilion Primary School
Castilion Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (47% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castilion Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Yvonne Bishop, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11398th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 55 in Bexley.
Castilion Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 23 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castilion Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, Castilion Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Copperfield Road, London, Bexley, SE28 8QA |
| Headteacher | Yvonne Bishop |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 472 (47% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11398th of 13,686
Nationally
1500th of 1,592
In London
51st of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castilion Primary School
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Contact Information
Copperfield Road, London
Bexley, SE28 8QA
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