St Matthew's School, Westminster
London, SW1P 2DG · Westminster · primary school
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29th of 32 primary schools in Westminster we can score, 33 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 — 2.6/10 against 2,283 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| 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 Matthew's School, Westminster overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 99 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment to the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in results?
What Ofsted said about St Matthew's School, Westminster
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this “friendly and welcoming school” where adults are “calm, caring and kind.” Leaders provide a “broad and interesting” curriculum that prepares pupils well for their next steps, supported by a strong emphasis on mutual respect and personal development.
Strengths
- Staff “get to know each child individually,” ensuring pupils feel safe and supported.
- The curriculum is “broad and interesting,” with pupils producing work of “good quality.”
- Early reading provision is strong, with children learning phonic knowledge to become “fluent readers quickly.”
- Leaders have devised “personalised plans” to ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) can access the curriculum.
- Attendance has shown “marked improvements” since the pandemic, underpinned by effective systems.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, teaching does not always focus on the “most important concepts,” meaning pupils do not learn all that leaders intend.
- Teachers do not always check pupils’ understanding “systematically,” allowing misconceptions to persist and creating gaps in learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders creating a “culture of vigilance” where staff are well trained and report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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