St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Thames Ditton
Thames Ditton, KT7 0LP · Surrey · primary school
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74th of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 3,204 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among them, against 6.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Thames Ditton overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Art Week and an Art Exhibition.
Getting in
The published school roll is 360 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 are included in Art Week?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Thames Ditton
Overview
St Paul’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are “exceptionally proud” of their community and demonstrate a strong understanding of the ethos of being “ready, respectful and responsible”. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and achievement, with most pupils learning well and benefiting from a wide array of clubs and activities.
Strengths
- The school has designed an “ambitious curriculum” that is clearly sequenced, with art being particularly well-developed and reading prioritised from Reception.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “swiftly identified” and receive effective support, with the school knowing these pupils “exceptionally well”.
- Staff are supported well with their workload, and governors are “alert to staff well-being”, ensuring they receive necessary help.
- Pupils develop independence, confidence, and resilience, while actively engaging in fundraising and leadership roles such as house captains.
Areas to improve
- The school needs to ensure all staff have the knowledge and training to make “right adaptations” for pupils with SEND in lessons, as current variations mean a small minority are not achieving as highly as they could.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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