Burlington Junior School
New Malden, KT3 4LT · Kingston upon Thames · primary school
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10th of 28 primary schools in Kingston upon Thames we can score, 35 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 — 8.0/10 against 3,865 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burlington Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join NFL flag, football, girls' football, bat and ball, and yoga clubs. The school offers swimming and Fitness Week, with trips to the Tate Modern Gallery. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 474 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in Fitness Week?
What Ofsted said about Burlington Junior School
Overview
Burlington Junior School is described as a “vibrant, inclusive and friendly place” where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe. The inspection confirms that the school continues to provide a good education, with staff maintaining high expectations and fostering warm, respectful relationships. Leaders have an accurate view of the school’s effectiveness and are actively addressing areas for development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and “logically sequenced,” ensuring pupils revisit learning to secure knowledge, particularly in subjects like music and mathematics.
- Reading is prioritised with “comprehensive training” in phonics, effective support for struggling readers, and initiatives that promote a “love of reading.”
- Pupils behave well, understanding the importance of being “ready, respectful and safe,” while bullying is rare and staff act swiftly if it occurs.
- Effective systems identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), allowing for helpful adaptations to the curriculum.
- Staff appreciate supportive leadership that is “approachable” and considers workload carefully, while governors maintain effective strategic oversight.
Areas to improve
- The ambitious curriculum is not yet firmly embedded in all subjects; in a few areas, planning is at an “earlier stage of development,” meaning pupils do not remember foundational knowledge securely.
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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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