The Highway Primary School
101%
Capacity
212
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About The Highway Primary School
The Highway Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated The Highway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Hodson, 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 3944th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 69 in Bromley.
The Highway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 30 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 The Highway Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, The Highway 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | The Highway, Orpington, Bromley, BR6 9DJ |
| Headteacher | Emma Hodson |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3944th of 13,686
Nationally
767th of 1,592
In London
33rd 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
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
157
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Highway Primary School
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Contact Information
The Highway, Orpington
Bromley, BR6 9DJ
Journey to School
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