Farnborough Primary School
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
5.8x
Demand
About Farnborough Primary School
Farnborough Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Farnborough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angela James, 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 861st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 69 in Bromley.
Farnborough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 28 places, making it 5.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Farnborough Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Netball, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Farnborough 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Farnborough Hill, Orpington, Bromley, BR6 7EQ |
| Headteacher | Angela James |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
861st of 13,686
Nationally
221st of 1,592
In London
10th 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
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
84%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
161
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (14% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Farnborough Hill, Orpington
Bromley, BR6 7EQ
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