St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary School
Sutton, SM3 8DF · Sutton · primary school
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18th of 31 primary schools in Sutton we can score, 41 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 — 7.2/10 against 4,223 of them, against 7.6/10 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% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary 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 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Year 6 pupils go on residentials to the Brecon Beacons in Wales.
Getting in
The published school roll is 349 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 maths? What does the daily timetable look like for Year 6 during the residential preparation period? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary School
Overview
St Dunstan’s Cheam CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy and proud of their community. Leaders have established a well-designed curriculum in most subjects, ensuring knowledge is sequenced effectively to support learning. However, the report identifies specific areas within the curriculum design that require refinement to ensure consistency across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are treated with fairness and respect, with bullying being rare and dealt with effectively when it occurs.
- The curriculum in most subjects is well-designed, with knowledge sequenced so pupils can tackle more challenging ideas.
- Early reading is prioritised, with an agreed phonics programme implemented with accuracy and precision.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are fully included in every aspect of school life.
- Staff feel supported by leaders, who maintain open communication and manage workload concerns effectively.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure essential knowledge is consistently well defined and sequenced across a small number of foundation subjects.
- Activities set for pupils must consistently match the ambition of the planned curriculum to better prepare them for future learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to recognise risks and appropriate systems in place for reporting concerns and securing help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 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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