Melcombe Primary School
London, W6 9ER · Hammersmith and Fulham · primary school
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25th of 35 primary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham we can score, 36 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 1,116 of them, against 6.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Melcombe Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 17.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 125 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Melcombe Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as "happy, safe and immensely proud of their school," thriving in an environment where staff expect them to achieve well. Leaders have secured "considerable improvements" since the previous inspection, establishing an "ambitious and well-designed curriculum" that covers the full breadth of national expectations. The school fosters strong community links and high standards of respect, with pupils demonstrating "exemplary" behaviour and a love for reading.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, showing "high levels of respect, care and courtesy" towards each other and adults.
- The curriculum is carefully sequenced in core subjects, allowing pupils to "revisit, practise and embed key ideas over time."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported well," accessing the same curriculum as peers with adapted teaching.
- Staff feel "supported with their workload and well-being," noting that leaders are approachable and act on concerns.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with robust recruitment procedures and regular staff training.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should develop staff expertise in different subjects, as "staff expertise is not consistently strong" in some areas.
- Leaders must ensure teachers check what pupils have learned in foundation subjects to address "gaps in knowledge" and misconceptions.
- Some staff are less confident in delivering the new phonics programme, meaning some pupils do not get sufficient time to practise sounds.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive regular training and pupils are confident in speaking to adults about worries.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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