Alderbrook Primary School
London, SW12 8PP · Wandsworth · primary school
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20th of 54 primary schools in Wandsworth we can score, 57 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.3/10 against 1,761 of them, against 8.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alderbrook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 22.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Ballet, Street dance, Hockey, Football, Multi-sports, Fitness, Netball, and Cricket clubs, alongside Athletics and Swimming. Arts and music options include Piano Tuition and Young Voices, with a trip to the O2. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 216 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Alderbrook Primary School
Overview
Alderbrook Primary School is described as a "friendly primary school" where "pupils flourish" within a strong community. The report states that the school provides a "Good" quality of education, with leaders and governors working "very effectively" to secure high standards of behaviour and attendance.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious, broad and engaging," enabling pupils to build secure knowledge, particularly in mathematics and reading.
- Pupils demonstrate "high standards of behaviour," are "nearly always focused and sensible," and feel a strong "sense of belonging."
- Staff provide "quick and effective" support for pupils needing extra help, ensuring gaps in knowledge are rapidly addressed.
- Early years provision benefits from "warm, caring interactions," helping children learn to share and follow routines.
- Leaders have successfully improved behaviour by consulting with staff, pupils, and parents, and working with external agencies.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, pupils are occasionally asked to tackle work that is "too difficult for them," leading to unaddressed gaps in knowledge or misconceptions.
- Adaptations to teaching are not always fully effective for some pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), resulting in progress issues when understanding is not yet secure.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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