James Dixon Primary School
92%
Capacity
434
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About James Dixon Primary School
James Dixon 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 434 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 471 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated James Dixon Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Aldred, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 69 in Bromley.
James Dixon Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 57 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 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 James Dixon Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Book Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, James Dixon 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 | William Booth Road, London, Bromley, SE20 8BW |
| Headteacher | Michelle Aldred |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.7% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 471 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10244th of 13,686
Nationally
1429th of 1,592
In London
59th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
203
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
William Booth Road, London
Bromley, SE20 8BW
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