Bond Primary School
Mitcham, CR4 3HG · Merton · primary school
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42nd of 42 primary schools in Merton we can score, 43 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.2/10 against 1,864 of them, against 1.3/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 62% | 0.41 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bond Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 232 pupils against a stated capacity of 430. 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 who are below the expected standard in literacy and numeracy? What specific interventions are in place to help students reach the higher standard? How does the school monitor progress for pupils with similar backgrounds to the national average?
What Ofsted said about Bond Primary School
Overview
Bond Primary School is described as ambitious, striving to create ‘confident, lifelong learners’ through a well-planned curriculum with reading and communication at its heart. The report highlights strong partnerships with parents, respectful pupil behaviour, and a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘well constructed’ and ‘purposefully’ sequenced, with staff receiving impactful training to deliver it effectively.
- Staff systematically check pupils’ understanding, allowing them to quickly address misconceptions and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early reading is prioritised, with staff acting as ‘early reading experts’ who help pupils make rapid progress using a well-planned phonics programme.
- Pupils are respectful, routines are well established, and they feel confident that staff will resolve any issues that arise.
- The school fosters a strong sense of community, celebrating different cultures and offering a range of extra-curricular clubs.
Areas to improve
- Attendance rates are ‘just below national averages’, meaning some pupils miss essential learning; leaders should work to remove barriers to regular attendance.
- In some subjects, teachers do not use information from learning checks to adapt the planned curriculum, resulting in pupils not fully securing key knowledge.
Safeguarding
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 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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