Cavendish Primary School
London, W4 2RG · Hounslow · primary school
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36th of 45 primary schools in Hounslow we can score, 50 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 — 7.3/10 against 2,851 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 14 | 35% | 0.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cavendish Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in November 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 197 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the new Ofsted report card influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Cavendish Primary School
Overview
Cavendish Primary School is described as a "happy, welcoming school" where leaders have created a "caring, close-knit school community." The report highlights that pupils are "enthusiastic about school and their learning" and feel safe within an environment that fosters "professional, trusting relationships" with families.
Strengths
- The early years provision is rated at a "Strong standard," with an "expertly sequenced curriculum" that helps children become "confident communicators."
- Inclusion is rated at a "Strong standard," featuring "constructive and purposeful collaboration" with parents and professionals to provide "precise support" for pupils with special educational needs.
- Personal development is rated at a "Strong standard," with pupils taught about "empathy and social responsibility" and encouraged to volunteer in the local community.
- Staff deliver the curriculum "highly effectively," ensuring pupils "recall their previous learning well" and use subject-specific vocabulary with confidence.
- Leaders work "compassionately and clearly with staff" to manage workload and wellbeing during changes.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should embed agreed approaches to improve attendance so it "aligns with national expectations."
- Staff must adapt teaching effectively to ensure all pupils develop "secure knowledge and skills in handwriting," as some do not receive "swift enough adjustments."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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