Cranmer Primary School
Mitcham, CR4 4XU · Merton · primary school
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40th 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 — 1.8/10 against 1,681 of them, against 1.8/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cranmer Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, 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 (1.8 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 430 pupils against a stated capacity of 524. 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 to close the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific activities are available within the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Cranmer Primary School
Overview
Cranmer Primary School is described as a “kind and caring” environment where pupils feel “happy and safe” and are confident in seeking support from adults. Leaders have established an “inclusive and ambitious” culture with high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school prioritises reading, which is at the “heart of the curriculum,” fostering a strong love of literature among students.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour, following the “Cranmer ‘Golden Expectations’” to be “kind to each other and polite and respectful to adults.”
- Early reading teaching is “systematic, consistent and high quality,” with teachers knowing the phonics programme well and providing extra practice for those who need it.
- Teachers possess “strong subject knowledge” and help pupils use “subject-specific vocabulary” to talk fluently about their learning.
- Staff identify and support pupils with SEND “quickly and effectively,” ensuring they can access the curriculum successfully.
- The school offers extensive opportunities for personal development, including after-school clubs, residential trips, and roles such as “reading pals” for younger pupils.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must routinely and systematically check pupils’ understanding in lessons to identify and correct gaps, as current practices sometimes allow misconceptions to persist.
- The school must ensure all foundation subjects have a clear assessment framework fully understood by staff, as curriculum thinking in a small number of areas is not yet well developed.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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