St Fidelis Catholic Primary School

URN: 101458 • Erith DA8 3HQ

Overview

Name
St Fidelis Catholic Primary School
URN
101458
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
67.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Quirke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01322337752
Website
Visit
Address
Bexley Road, Erith DA8 3HQ

Summary

St Fidelis Catholic Primary School, located in Erith, Bexley, serves a mixed population of 457 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 428. As a voluntary aided school, it is rooted in Catholic values, promoting a mission centred on compassion, challenge, and excellence. The school aims to foster a nurturing environment where children can develop spiritually, morally, academically, and socially.

The curriculum at St Fidelis is designed to educate the whole person, encouraging respect for oneself and others while supporting parents as primary educators. The school emphasizes the importance of community, working closely with parents and the local parish to enhance the educational experience. Additionally, St Fidelis offers a variety of extracurricular activities, encouraging students to engage in learning beyond the classroom.

With a focus on holistic development, St Fidelis promotes various initiatives, including St Fidelis University, which recognizes students' achievements in extracurricular pursuits. The school also prioritises physical education and the arts, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that prepares children for their future.

Key details

LA
Bexley
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
428
Pupils
457
Boys
233
Girls
224
FSM %
24.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 457 233 224 428 24.70
2024-09-11 458 230 228 428 23.60
2023-09-11 456 239 217 428 22.30
2022-09-11 456 239 217 428 22.30
2021-09-11 458 234 224 428 17.20
2020-09-11 462 239 223 428 11.20

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