St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
198
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bexley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Laura Mc Laughlin, it falls under Bexley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 93% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 125th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 55 in Bexley.
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 15 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John Fisher Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bexley, St John Fisher 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Kale Road, Erith, Bexley, DA18 4BA |
| Headteacher | Laura Mc Laughlin |
| Local Authority | Bexley |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (93%)
125th of 13,686
Nationally
25th of 1,592
In London
2nd of 55
In Bexley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
93%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
93%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Kale Road, Erith
Bexley, DA18 4BA
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