The Vineyard School
Richmond, TW10 6NE · Richmond upon Thames · primary school
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15th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.4/10 against 2,676 of them, against 9.6/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 30.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.45 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Vineyard School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 30.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the AI Matrix Club, French Club, or Spanish Club. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 516 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
With 114 places currently vacant, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? How does the curriculum support pupils who reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast club?
What Ofsted said about The Vineyard School
Overview
The Vineyard School is judged as ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ personal development. Pupils are described as happy, safe, and eager to attend, benefiting from an “ambitious and rich curriculum” that supports high achievement across subjects, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a curriculum that allows pupils to build knowledge coherently from Reception to Year 6, with a strong focus on vocabulary and communication.
- Personal development is ‘Outstanding’, with pupils showing deep understanding of diversity, British values, and respect for others through meaningful opportunities for enrichment and leadership.
- Staff provide precisely tailored support for pupils with SEND, ensuring they thrive in specialist provisions and are fully included in school activities.
- Behaviour is ‘Good’, with pupils showing respect for staff and peers; bullying is dealt with “swiftly and effectively” when it occurs.
- Governors are highly committed, maintaining an accurate view of the school’s quality and working closely with leaders to monitor improvement priorities.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers’ use of formative assessment is not fully developed, meaning pupils’ misconceptions are not identified and corrected quickly enough.
- The school should ensure assessment is used consistently to inform teaching and curriculum planning to secure pupils’ knowledge and understanding.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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