Clare House Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
6.1x
Demand
About Clare House Primary School
Clare House Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Whitney Andrews, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 864th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 69 in Bromley.
Clare House Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 364 applications for 60 places, making it 6.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.
Clare House Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (145 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clare House Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Clare House 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Overbury Avenue, Beckenham, Bromley, BR3 6PY |
| Headteacher | Whitney Andrews |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
864th of 13,686
Nationally
224th of 1,592
In London
12th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
145 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
364
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
95 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clare House Primary School
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Contact Information
Overbury Avenue, Beckenham
Bromley, BR3 6PY
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