St Matthew's CofE Primary School
London, SW20 0SX · Merton · primary school
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25th 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 the 3,999 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.1/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Matthew's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in tennis, football, athletics, cricket, rounders, rugby, netball and hockey. They visit Godstone Farm, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the curriculum prepare children for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Matthew’s CofE Primary School is confirmed as a good school, characterised by a strong sense of community where pupils feel part of ‘one big St Matthew’s family’. Leaders have established high expectations for academic work and conduct, resulting in a nurturing environment where pupils are happy, safe, and well behaved.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a ‘broad and ambitious curriculum’ with well-sequenced learning in most subjects, leading to high academic standards.
- Teachers possess ‘secure subject knowledge’ and are skilled at identifying misconceptions, creating ‘calm and orderly’ classrooms where pupils enjoy learning.
- The school provides a wealth of educational outings and extra-curricular opportunities, including residential trips and clubs, to enhance pupils’ wider development.
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those speaking English as an additional language through tailored strategies.
- Staff morale is high, with leaders described as ‘considerate of workload and well-being’.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is ‘as well developed’ in all subjects, specifically by identifying precise component knowledge and sequencing learning to build depth over time.
- Leaders should ensure all staff ‘follow consistently the school’s approach to teaching phonics’ to eliminate inconsistencies in delivery.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and being vigilant to changes in pupil behaviour that may indicate risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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