Roehampton Church Forest Primary School
London, SW15 4AA · Wandsworth · primary school
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18th 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 — 9.4/10 against 1,323 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Roehampton Church Forest Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Choir Club and Karate, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 130 pupils against a stated capacity of 220. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Roehampton Church Forest Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “happy, confident and courteous” within a “caring community.” Leaders have established an “ambitious curriculum” with high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. While the overall effectiveness is rated as Good, the report notes that some aspects of the newly introduced curriculum require further refinement to ensure consistent teaching quality.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes, working well with peers and meeting staff expectations.
- The curriculum in most subjects is precisely sequenced, allowing pupils to build knowledge securely over time.
- Leaders provide detailed support for pupils with SEND, ensuring they access the same ambitious curriculum and broader opportunities.
- Staff feel valued, with leaders being “considerate of their well-being and workload.”
- A comprehensive personal, social and health education programme helps pupils develop as responsible citizens.
Areas to improve
- In early years, children are not given sufficient opportunity to acquire a wide vocabulary, limiting their readiness for Year 1.
- In a few subjects, teachers do not routinely check pupils’ understanding of previous content before introducing new ideas.
- Staff require ongoing support to implement the new phonics programme effectively, including modelling effective reading strategies.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture established where staff receive regular training and know how to identify and report signs of harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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