St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Alexander-Smale, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3713th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 55 in Bexley.
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 24 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (28 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, St Augustine of Canterbury CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | St Augustine's Road, Belvedere, Bexley, DA17 5HP |
| Headteacher | Mark Alexander-Smale |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3713th of 13,686
Nationally
741st of 1,592
In London
22nd of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
28 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine of Canterbury CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
St Augustine's Road, Belvedere
Bexley, DA17 5HP
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