Churchfields Primary School
105%
Capacity
489
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Churchfields Primary School
Churchfields Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 489 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 466 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Churchfields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Atherton, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7251st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 69 in Bromley.
Churchfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 262 applications for 59 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Churchfields Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Churchfields 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 | Churchfields Road, Beckenham, Bromley, BR3 4QY |
| Headteacher | Sarah Atherton |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 489 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 489 / 466 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7251st of 13,686
Nationally
1199th of 1,592
In London
51st of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
262
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Churchfields Road, Beckenham
Bromley, BR3 4QY
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