St John's Church of England Primary School
70%
Capacity
148
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St John's Church of England Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 148 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St John's Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Nash, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12248th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 69 in Bromley.
St John's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 29 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
St John's Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 5 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, St John's Church of England 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 | Maple Road, London, Bromley, SE20 8HU |
| Headteacher | Katherine Nash |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.2% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 210 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12248th of 13,686
Nationally
1548th of 1,592
In London
67th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Maple Road, London
Bromley, SE20 8HU
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