Our primary mission is to the 155 Church of England schools in the London Diocese and the 58,213 children on roll. 

They include nursery, primary and secondary schools.

They include maintained schools, academies and free schools.

• 93% of LDBS primary schools are rated as ‘good’ or ‘outstanding by Ofsted, compared to a London average of 91% and a national average of 86%
• 63% of LDBS secondary schools are rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted compared to 20% nationally
• Pupils at LDBS primary schools achieve a reading progress score of 1.3 compared to a London average of 0.8. This means that on average pupils at our schools make more than one term more progress than other children nationally.
• 73% of pupils attending LDBS primary schools achieve expected standards in reading, writing and maths, compared to a London average of 71% and a national average of 65%.
• The average progress 8 score for LDBS secondary/all-through schools is 0.35.
• The average Attainment 8 score for LDBS secondary/all-through schools is 53 compared to London and England averages of 49 and 43

There are two diocesan MATS: LDBS Academies Trust 1 and 2

A number of community schools also choose to affiliate with the LDBS. These schools keep their community school status but they benefit from the support that comes with being part of our extended family. You can find out more about being an affiliated school, and how to join us, here

We also support the teaching of RE in community schools and provide training and a range of other support to community schools and Roman Catholic schools.