St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School
108%
Capacity
452
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School
St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Honor Beck, it falls under Brent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 437th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 52 in Brent.
St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (81 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, St Robert Southwell 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Slough Lane, London, Brent, NW9 8YD |
| Headteacher | Honor Beck |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 452 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 452 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (4 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
437th of 13,686
Nationally
104th of 1,592
In London
5th of 52
In Brent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
81 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
136
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Slough Lane, London
Brent, NW9 8YD
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