St Mary's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Chessington, KT9 2DH · Kingston upon Thames · primary school
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28th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,131 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 1.3/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 40% | 0.60 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's CofE (Aided) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 1.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Goodlife Gymnastics, Rocksteady Music School, BeSports, Arts and Crafts, Gardening, Construction, Homework, and Cookery clubs. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 170 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between current results and national medians? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a pupil population with similar backgrounds to the national average?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Overview
This inspection found a school where pupils are “polite and courteous” and staff are “caring and nurturing,” creating an environment where children “enjoy learning.” Leaders have successfully improved the curriculum and teaching quality, resulting in positive impacts on pupil achievement and a strong sense of safety. The report highlights significant progress since the previous inspection, noting that the governing body has a “secure evaluation” of the school’s needs.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of respect, with bullying incidents being “few and dealt with appropriately.”
- Teachers possess “secure subject knowledge” and use resources effectively, such as practical models in mathematics, to clarify misconceptions.
- Reading is prioritised, with pupils encouraged to “practise and rehearse the sounds they know” using books matched to their ability.
- Staff provide “bespoke support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they keep up with peers.
- Pupils are taught about “healthy relationships” and other faiths, fostering personal development and ambition.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum sequencing in some subjects is not as well developed as others; leaders must ensure knowledge progression is “well structured and embedded” across all areas.
- Leadership responsibilities are currently concentrated within the senior team, impacting workload; the governing body must “distribute responsibilities more widely.”
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders strongly committed to training staff and taking “swift action” to manage risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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