Christ Church CofE Primary School
Surbiton, KT5 8LJ · Kingston upon Thames · primary school
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12th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,153 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.6/10 among them, against 7.3/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ Church CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school’s higher standard rate was 14.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.6 out of 10 among them, against 7.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 405 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the after-school provision? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church CofE Primary School
Overview
Christ Church C of E Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils thrive in a "happy and supportive" environment. The inspection confirms that staff work in "very close partnership with parents and carers" to deliver a positive experience, underpinned by a mission to "have faith, take responsibility, show respect and achieve."
Strengths
- The school delivers a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that is "carefully sequenced" so knowledge builds step by step, such as in geography where sustainability is woven through all year groups.
- Teachers are "enthusiastic and have good subject knowledge," using effective strategies that enable most pupils to "know and remember more of what they have learned."
- Leaders "prioritise reading across the school," ensuring pupils develop phonics skills and become "confident and enthusiastic readers," including those with special educational needs.
- Pupils behave well, showing "respect and kindness," and bullying is described as "rare" and dealt with "swiftly."
- The school fosters independence through leadership roles and a "well-thought-out and age-appropriate programme" for wider development aligned with Christian values.
Areas to improve
- The report states that "sometimes, the checking of what pupils have learned is not secure," meaning some pupils cannot connect their learning or show deeper understanding.
- Teachers occasionally need to "adapt activities more appropriately" to ensure pupils with special educational needs or those new to learning English can fully access the ambitious curriculum.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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