Sulivan Primary School
London, SW6 3BN · Hammersmith and Fulham · primary school
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24th of 35 primary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham we can score, 36 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 — 8.4/10 against 1,116 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sulivan 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%. For the higher standard, 14.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 148 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the middle years? How does the school handle transitions between key stages?
What Ofsted said about Sulivan Primary School
Overview
Sulivan Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "small and happy" community where pupils are "eager to take on new challenges." The report highlights a positive transition into the United Learning trust, with staff valuing the support and leaders fostering a "positive and collaborative work culture."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully sequenced," particularly in early years and computing, where children progress from basic instructions to designing computer games.
- Phonics teaching is "well-established" and delivered with "precision and consistency," helping pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent conduct" and are taught "conventions of courtesy and good manners."
- Leaders prioritise staff wellbeing, carefully considering how changes impact workload.
- The school effectively supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they have the necessary support to access the curriculum.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure actions to improve writing outcomes are "carefully monitored" to achieve the desired impact, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
- Assessment systems need refining so staff can "accurately identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge across subjects," as current checks are not applied consistently.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 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
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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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