St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
107%
Capacity
457
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 428 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Catherine Quirke, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% 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 714th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 55 in Bexley.
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 79 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Fidelis Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, St Fidelis Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bexley Road, Erith, Bexley, DA8 3HQ |
| Headteacher | Catherine Quirke |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 428 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
714th of 13,686
Nationally
173rd of 1,592
In London
7th of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
85%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
171
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
79 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Bexley Road, Erith
Bexley, DA8 3HQ
Journey to School
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