St James' Roman Catholic Primary School is a academy converter serving families in Orpington and the wider Bromley area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

St James' Roman Catholic Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 5 to 11 years. With 218 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 218, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 2 November 2021, awarding it a Outstanding rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.