Hollymount School
London, SW20 0SQ · Merton · primary school
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18th 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 — 7.6/10 against 4,292 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Hollymount School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% 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% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. 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 (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, netball, NFL, cricket, dodgeball, athletics, gymnastics, outdoor adventure activities, and dance.
Getting in
The published school roll is 445 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 maths? What specific outdoor adventure activities are scheduled for the current term? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Hollymount School
Overview
Hollymount School is described as a “caring school” where pupils are “incredibly proud” and enjoy a “strong sense of community.” The report highlights an “ambitious curriculum” that allows pupils to build knowledge securely, supported by staff who set “consistently high expectations.” Overall, the school provides a positive environment where pupils achieve well and display “exemplary” behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exceptionally high levels of respect” for peers, staff, and visitors, contributing to a “highly respectful” culture.
- The early years provision offers children an “especially positive start,” with staff highly skilled at promoting communication and language development.
- Staff provide “high-quality support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them reach their goals.
- The phonics programme is implemented with consistency, ensuring pupils become “fluent and confident readers” and allowing those needing extra help to “catch up quickly.”
- Leaders provide “well-thought-out professional development opportunities,” ensuring staff have the expertise to deliver the curriculum effectively.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the new curriculum and assessment approaches are not fully embedded, leading to some gaps in pupils’ prior knowledge.
- The school should continue to identify and address these knowledge gaps so pupils can “learn and remember new content 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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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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