St Mark's Primary School
Mitcham, CR4 2LF · Merton · primary school
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7th of 42 primary schools in Merton we can score, 43 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 — 9.5/10 against 1,463 of them, against 8.7/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 62% | 5.28 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 38% | 3.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mark's Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 18.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Rites for Girls and Active Leaders clubs. Sports include girls football development, multi-sport festivals, top up swimming, and horse riding. Arts features the Lion King musical, Captain Noah mass choir, and steel drumming workshops. Trips range from Year 6 visits to The Globe and Cambridge University to a residential at Truleigh Hill. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 225 pupils against a stated capacity of 286. 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 in the higher standard group to maintain their progress? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help in reading or maths? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils before their residential trip?
What Ofsted said about St Mark's Primary School
Overview
Pupils love attending this “warm and welcoming school” where an “atmosphere of kindness pervades.” Leaders maintain “the very highest expectations of all pupils,” resulting in exceptional achievement and personal development. The inspection awarded ‘Outstanding’ across all key judgement areas, including early years provision.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “firmly rooted in credible evidence and research,” with knowledge carefully sequenced to reinforce learning across subjects.
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils, “achieve exceptionally well” in national tests.
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with lessons proceeding without disruption and pupils demonstrating “great enthusiasm for their learning.”
- The school prioritises wider development through a “‘life skills’ curriculum,” clubs, and community projects, fostering empathy and aspiration.
- Staff benefit from “high-quality professional development” and appreciate leaders’ efforts to reduce workload and support well-being.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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