Question 1

Is St Bernadette Catholic Junior School a good school?

Accepted Answer

St Bernadette Catholic Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in its final inspection in April 2023. The school delivered above-average attainment in reading, writing and maths, with a strong pastoral environment rooted in Catholic values. The school closed in August 2025 due to falling pupil numbers and merged with St Bede's Catholic Infant School to form St Bede's Catholic Primary School, serving ages 3 to 11.

Question 2

How do I apply to St Bernadette Catholic Junior School?

Accepted Answer

St Bernadette Catholic Junior School closed on 31 August 2025 and no longer accepts applications. Families seeking Catholic primary education in Clapham Park should contact St Bede's Catholic Primary School (www.stbedes.uk), which now provides education for children aged 3 to 11 on the Thornton Road site. Admissions are coordinated by Lambeth Local Authority, with Catholic practice forming a key part of oversubscription criteria.

Question 3

What are the admission criteria for St Bernadette Catholic Junior School?

Accepted Answer

St Bernadette operated a faith-based admissions policy typical of voluntary aided Catholic schools, prioritising baptised Catholics and those with evidence of Catholic practice. As a junior school, it admitted children at age 7, often from St Bede's Catholic Infant School. Following the merger, families should refer to St Bede's Catholic Primary School's current admissions policy, available from Lambeth Local Authority or the school website.

Question 4

What is the catchment area for St Bernadette Catholic Junior School?

Accepted Answer

St Bernadette did not operate a strict geographic catchment in the traditional sense, as Catholic voluntary aided schools typically prioritise faith practice over proximity. Pupils were drawn from Clapham Park and surrounding areas in Lambeth. The school has now closed, and families should consult St Bede's Catholic Primary School regarding current admissions arrangements and the areas served.

Primary School Performance

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