St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Patrick's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Newman, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11037th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 49 in Havering.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 38 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.8/5 from 16 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Patrick's Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, St Patrick'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 | Lowshoe Lane, Romford, Havering, RM5 2AP |
| Headteacher | Sharon Newman |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11037th of 13,686
Nationally
1480th of 1,592
In London
43rd of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
49%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Lowshoe Lane, Romford
Havering, RM5 2AP
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