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Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School

Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School is a academy Roman Catholic primary school located in Orpington, Kent, serving pupils ages 2 to 11. The school currently has 275 pupils on roll, operating above its stated capacity of 270 — indicating high demand for places. The school has 4.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. The school also offers nursery provision for children below statutory school age. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School's admissions distance.

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Ages 2-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
102%Capacity used (275 of 270 pupils)
4.90%Free school meals eligible

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School's published admissions policy or contact Bromley Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameHoly Innocents Catholic Primary School
URN141907
AddressMitchell Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9JT
Telephone01689813040
HeadteacherCatherine Bacon (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 2-11
GenderMixed
Religious characterRoman Catholic
Local authorityBromley
RegionLondon
Approx. coordinates51.365751, 0.09317 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Roman Catholic school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School will be published on the school's website or on the Bromley Council website. Search for "Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk and search for this school to find the latest inspection report and rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Bromley Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Bromley Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School is 141907. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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