Valley Primary School
102%
Capacity
460
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About Valley Primary School
Valley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bromley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Valley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Jackson, it falls under Bromley 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 455th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 69 in Bromley.
Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 276 applications for 58 places, making it 4.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 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 Valley Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bromley, Valley 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beckenham Lane, Bromley, Bromley, BR2 0DA |
| Headteacher | Stephen Jackson |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 450 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
455th of 13,686
Nationally
107th of 1,592
In London
5th of 69
In Bromley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
31%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
88%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
276
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beckenham Lane, Bromley
Bromley, BR2 0DA
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