Chesterton Primary School
London, SW11 5DT · Wandsworth · primary school
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8th 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 — 9.2/10 against 1,087 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chesterton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 13.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Forest School and House Captain clubs, participate in swimming and sports tournaments, and take part in art trips and performances. The school offers an overnight educational visit and trips to galleries, libraries, and religious buildings. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 416 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 does a typical day look like for a child attending the overnight educational visit? How are places allocated when the school is near its 420-place capacity?
What Ofsted said about Chesterton Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders and staff share a "strong belief that every pupil can achieve well." It highlights an "ambitious" curriculum that enables pupils to flourish, resulting in a school environment where pupils are "happy," "safe," and demonstrate "positive, respectful working relationships." The inspection found that the school provides a "highly effective curriculum" and a "wide range of opportunities" for all pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and ensures pupils build knowledge "sequentially," allowing them to "connect knowledge together" across different subjects.
- There is a "strong focus on reading," with daily phonics and tailored decodable books helping pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities learn the "same curriculum as their peers," with teaching and resources adapted appropriately.
- Leaders provide "many wider curriculum opportunities," including a forest school, edible garden, and after-school activities like skateboarding and dance.
- Staff and leaders work effectively to ensure pupils are "safe," with bullying incidents dealt with "swiftly and effectively."
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff know the signs indicating a pupil needs help and report concerns "swiftly."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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