Pimlico Primary
London, SW1V 3AT · Westminster · primary school
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32nd of 32 primary schools in Westminster we can score, 33 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 — 2.7/10 against 1,402 of them, against 2.3/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 62% | 1.36 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pimlico Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in FTC Robotics, the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Pimlico Parliament, Culture Day, and a Christmas Food Bank collection. They perform in Wicked and visit LSE, Sussex, London Zoo, HMS Belfast, Rome, Paris, Cuffley Active Learning Centre, and Imperial College London.
Getting in
The published school roll is 331 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How are class sizes managed given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Pimlico Primary
Overview
Pimlico Primary delivers an outstanding quality of education and personal development, with pupils achieving well across the curriculum and displaying kindness. The school has navigated significant recent changes, including amalgamation and new leadership, while maintaining high expectations for achievement and a strong focus on reading and vocabulary.
Strengths
- Early years provision is outstanding, with a strong focus on communication helping children settle into secure routines and display high levels of concentration.
- The ambitious curriculum, supported by trust resources, enables pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to develop a depth of understanding and achieve highly.
- Personal development is excellent, offering free, rich enrichment experiences such as visits to Russell Group universities and extensive music opportunities for older pupils.
- Reading is a top priority, with children starting early and reading with accuracy, expression, and confidence.
- Pupils behave well, feel safe, and actively contribute to the community through fundraising and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Behaviour policies are not consistently implemented in places, meaning some pupils and staff are unclear on how incidents are followed up; expectations must be clearly communicated and enacted consistently.
- Attendance for some pupils remains low despite effective systems to identify and act on absences.
Safeguarding
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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