St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
92%
Capacity
228
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St. Mary Cray Primary Academy
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 248 places).
Ofsted has rated St. Mary Cray Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam Frost, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6996th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 69 in Bromley.
St. Mary Cray Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St. Mary Cray Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, St. Mary Cray Primary Academy 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street, Orpington, Bromley, BR5 4AR |
| Headteacher | Liam Frost |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.5% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 248 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
6996th of 13,686
Nationally
1165th of 1,592
In London
48th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
62%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Orpington
Bromley, BR5 4AR
Journey to School
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