St Richard's Church of England Primary School
Richmond, TW10 7NL · Richmond upon Thames · primary school
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34th of 38 primary schools in Richmond upon Thames we can score, 45 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.4/10 against 1,487 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Richard's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Choir, Cookery, Crochet, Gardening and Karate. Sports cover Basketball, Football, Netball, Summer Sports, In School Swimming and Cross Country. Trips include visits to Grays Farm, Southwark Cathedral, PGL and Thames Young Mariners. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 153 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Richard's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Richard’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a “calm, friendly, and welcoming” environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The report highlights a “tight-knit community” with high expectations for learning, particularly noting strong outcomes in mathematics and effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils are “very well behaved,” displaying “great respect for each other and adults” both in and out of lessons.
- The curriculum is “carefully planned and well arranged” with “ambitious” long-term goals that match the national curriculum.
- Early reading is prioritised effectively, with a “well planned and carefully arranged” phonics programme and prompt support for those falling behind.
- Staff workload is managed considerately, with leaders considering the impact of new initiatives and setting clear deadlines.
- Pupils engage actively in community life, such as through the school choir and a food store supporting those in need.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, significant knowledge and vocabulary are not clearly set out, hindering pupils’ ability to remember content fluently.
- Teaching sometimes delivers “too much information in one go,” which prevents pupils from securely retaining learning.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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