St Philomena's Primary School
97%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Philomena's Primary School
St Philomena's Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 208 places).
Ofsted has rated St Philomena's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Veronica Maher, it falls under Bromley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1674th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 69 in Bromley.
St Philomena's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 25 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Philomena's Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, St Philomena's 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Chelsfield Road, Orpington, Bromley, BR5 4DR |
| Headteacher | Veronica Maher |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 208 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 May 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1674th of 13,686
Nationally
390th of 1,592
In London
20th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
79%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Philomena's Primary School
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Contact Information
Chelsfield Road, Orpington
Bromley, BR5 4DR
Journey to School
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