Malmesbury Primary School
Morden, SM4 6HG · Merton · primary school
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20th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.2/10 against 1,615 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 38% | 2.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Malmesbury Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 11.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Hello German Club, Spanish Club, and Junior Adventures Group. Sports include football, multi-skills, gymnastics, athletics, netball, and cricket, while the KS2 Choir offers musical opportunities. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 347 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 in the KS2 Choir to develop their skills? What specific activities are included in the Junior Adventures Group?
What Ofsted said about Malmesbury Primary School
Overview
Malmesbury Primary is described as a "warm and welcoming school" where pupils are "safe" and enjoy a "nurturing environment." The report states that the school’s vision to "bring out the best in everyone" is embedded in its ethos, with pupils making "good progress" and typically achieving in line with national outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils study an "ambitious curriculum" that is "well designed" so learning develops over time, allowing them to "practise and apply their skills."
- Staff "identify quickly the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities," ensuring most make good progress alongside peers.
- The school has "prioritised pupils’ reading," with staff following phonics programmes consistently and providing "carefully focused" support.
- Children in early years benefit from "high-quality interactions" and meaningful activities that develop number understanding and motor skills.
- Staff are "very proud to work at the school," receiving "effective professional development" and having their voices heard by leaders.
Areas to improve
- Strategies to develop language are not consistently applied, meaning some pupils are "not developing their communication skills as well as they could."
- Expectations for writing quality "varies across the curriculum," preventing some pupils from achieving as well as they could in subjects other than English.
- "Persistent absence remains high," particularly for disadvantaged pupils, causing them to miss "valuable learning opportunities."
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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