St Paul's CofE Primary School
Chessington, KT9 1AJ · Kingston upon Thames · primary school
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14th 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 3,547 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 41% | 2.59 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.72 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 26% | 1.90 |
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 CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join a running club and choir, participate in the Daily Mile, hockey and tennis, and learn keyboard. They perform in the Nativity and KS2 Christmas Concert, attend music workshops, and visit sites including Hampton Court Palace, the Science Museum and Chessington.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the choir?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Paul’s Church of England Primary School is described as a “small, nurturing school” where pupils feel “safe” and “happy.” The report confirms that the school “continues to be a good school,” highlighting a strong sense of community and high expectations for pupil behaviour and learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-structured, with leaders ensuring pupils “build up subject knowledge over time” and make “purposeful links” between subjects.
- There is a “sharp focus on early reading,” with well-trained staff and appropriately matched books to support phonics development.
- Pupils are “courteous and respectful,” with bullying being “rare” and staff providing “ongoing support” when incidents occur.
- Leaders create a supportive environment where staff feel “valued” and workload strategies are appreciated.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities access the “same broad curriculum as their peers” with appropriate support.
Areas to improve
- “Not all teachers routinely check pupils’ understanding of new content in lessons,” meaning some pupils do not receive necessary feedback or opportunities to recap key facts before moving on.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders carefully identifying local risks and ensuring staff have “regular and up-to-date safeguarding training.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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