Rutherford House School
London, SW17 7BS · Wandsworth · primary school
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22nd 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 — 8.3/10 against 4,058 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.94 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rutherford House School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 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 (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 376 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 do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Rutherford House School
Overview
Pupils are happy and take great pride in their school, where staff maintain high expectations and keep children safe. The school offers a broad curriculum with specialist teaching in key subjects, fostering a calm and respectful atmosphere. While most areas are strong, the report notes that curriculum planning requires greater precision in certain subjects and the early years to ensure secure knowledge development.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, are polite, and show resilience when making mistakes.
- Staff are skilled in teaching phonics, ensuring children become fluent readers with support for those falling behind.
- Leaders provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enabling them to achieve well.
- There is a "vast range of extra-curricular clubs" and strong pupil leadership opportunities, such as 'well-being ambassadors'.
- Staff are supported through professional development and work in a "friendly and cooperative environment".
Areas to improve
- Leaders must identify specific component knowledge in all subjects so teachers are clear on what to teach and assess.
- Early years staff need better training and support to maximise opportunities for developing children’s language and communication skills.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who are vigilant, report concerns promptly, and ensure appropriate support is in place for pupils at risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 89% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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