Poverest Primary School
99%
Capacity
435
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Poverest Primary School
Poverest 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 435 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 440 places).
Ofsted has rated Poverest Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Haylock, 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 10248th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 69 in Bromley.
Poverest Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 202 applications for 59 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Poverest Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Poverest 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 | Tillingbourne Green, Orpington, Bromley, BR5 2JD |
| Headteacher | Paul Haylock |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 435 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 435 / 440 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10248th of 13,686
Nationally
1430th of 1,592
In London
60th 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
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
52%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
202
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tillingbourne Green, Orpington
Bromley, BR5 2JD
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