John Burns Primary School
London, SW11 5QR · Wandsworth · primary school
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14th 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 — 9.8/10 against 514 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.90 |
| 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.
John Burns Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council and visit sites including the Houses of Parliament, National Army Museum, Cutty Sark, Leicester Cathedral, King Richard III Visitor Centre, Morden Hall Park, Stonehenge, and the Roman Baths.
Getting in
The published school roll is 158 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help with reading? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about John Burns Primary School
Overview
John Burns Primary School continues to be a good school, offering an "exciting environment, full of opportunities for learning, collaboration and play." Pupils are described as "happy, polite and caring," with leaders having worked hard to build a "united community" where students feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- Pupils learn to read fluently due to a "carefully designed curriculum" and well-trained staff who provide extra support for those struggling.
- The curriculum in most subjects is well sequenced, helping pupils "build their knowledge over time" and develop a "depth of knowledge."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported effectively, with staff making "meaningful adaptations" to access the same curriculum as peers.
- There is a "strong focus on pupils’ personal development," including respect for diverse faiths and cultures.
- Leaders have created an environment where staff are happy, with initiatives to manage workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, tasks do not match the curriculum's ambition, meaning pupils do not sufficiently develop subject-specific knowledge or skills.
- Low-level disruption in some lessons interrupts pupils’ learning, requiring leaders to support teachers in ensuring focus.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to spot risks and leaders referring cases swiftly to external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 89% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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
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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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