Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School
London, SW15 1AW · Wandsworth · primary school
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10th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 2,369 of them, against 9.9/10 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 | 96.0 · 99 | 41% | 4.05 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 26% | 2.49 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 96.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 29.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. 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 (9.9 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 168 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 do not reach the higher standard in their core subjects? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of Victories Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where staff and pupils bring values to life through "courtesy and kindness," creating an atmosphere where children "feel part of a family." Leaders have established "clear and ambitious end goals" for subjects, with teachers demonstrating "strong subject knowledge" in areas such as science and music. However, the inspection notes that the consistent delivery of the curriculum across all subjects is not yet fully embedded, and early years provision faces challenges regarding space and physical development opportunities.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour and "respectful" relationships, with bullying incidents being rare and staff acting quickly when they occur.
- Leaders promote spiritual development effectively, teaching pupils about "loving your neighbour" and encouraging them to be "champions of the future" in promoting equality.
- Teachers organise "well-planned learning experiences" in subjects like science, computing, and music, where pupils engage deeply, such as dissecting animal hearts or playing instruments.
- Staff provide robust support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, offering "personalised learning experiences" that lead to success from their starting points.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure a "robust system" is in place to verify how teaching in all subjects helps pupils know and remember crucial information, as some lessons are not well planned to deepen learning.
- Leaders should ensure Reception children have daily access to "meaningful experiences" indoors and outdoors to develop physical, personal, and social skills, addressing current limitations in timetable and space.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff recording and reporting concerns without delay and governors fulfilling their statutory duties.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 100% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 96% |
| 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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