St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
87%
Capacity
189
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Cribben, it falls under Bromley 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 3970th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 69 in Bromley.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 20 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Joseph's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, St Joseph's 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 | Plaistow Lane, Bromley, Bromley, BR1 3JQ |
| Headteacher | Clare Cribben |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 218 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3970th of 13,686
Nationally
771st of 1,592
In London
34th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
71%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
68
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Plaistow Lane, Bromley
Bromley, BR1 3JQ
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