St John's C of E Primary School
Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2SG · Kingston upon Thames · primary school
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8th of 28 primary schools in Kingston upon Thames we can score, 35 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 — 8.1/10 against 4,250 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's C of E 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 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. 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 (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, Yoga Club, Science Club, Art Club, St John's Choir, Drama Club, and various singing groups. Sports include football, dodgeball, multi-sports coaching, and cheerleading, alongside sewing, craft, and dance. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 210 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the Forest School sessions?
What Ofsted said about St John's C of E Primary School
Overview
St John’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy learning and feel supported by trusted adults. The curriculum is designed with care and ambition, enabling pupils to achieve highly in subjects such as English and mathematics while developing strong leadership skills.
Strengths
- Pupils are happy, behave well, and treat each other with kindness and respect, using tools like the ‘buddy bench’ to raise concerns.
- The curriculum builds knowledge year on year, allowing pupils to make sense of new learning and show secure understanding in subjects like mathematics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and receive adaptations that ensure they participate fully in class.
- Early reading is prioritised, with daily phonics lessons and regular assessments helping pupils who fall behind to catch up quickly.
- Staff describe the workplace as a ‘small school with a big heart’, appreciating the support for their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Teaching choices occasionally lead to pupils receiving too much new information at once, which hinders their ability to retain subject content.
- Some pupils struggle to read common exception words accurately, hampering their reading development due to insufficient practice.
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 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
—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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