Thomson House School
London, SW14 8HY · Richmond upon Thames · primary school
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5th 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 — 9.8/10 against 4,174 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 62% | 5.93 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 38% | 3.81 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thomson House School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 33.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Chess, Creative Computing, Coding Club, Skateboarding, Maths Challenge, Running Club, and Minecraft clubs. Sports include Football, Gymnastics, Basketball, Rugby, Netball, Yoga, Karate, and Dodgeball. Arts and music options comprise Musical Theatre, SAMSA Book Club, Picasso Art, Film Academy, and Choir. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 366 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 do not reach the higher standard in their core subjects? What specific trips or external performances are scheduled for the coming year?
What Ofsted said about Thomson House School
Overview
Pupils “flourish in this aspirational and welcoming school” where they benefit from a “rich and ambitious curriculum” that inspires high achievement. The report highlights an “inclusive ethos” within a “close-knit community,” noting that pupils make strong progress and feel “happy and safe.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-designed,” carefully sequencing knowledge so pupils build secure foundations, with “exceptional” music provision and strong outcomes in reading and mathematics.
- Teachers possess “excellent subject knowledge,” expertly designing activities that connect learning and introducing a “rich vocabulary” that enables pupils to “communicate confidently and thrive.”
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exemplary,” characterised by “kindness and respect,” while they are encouraged to be “responsible and caring citizens” through fundraising and competitions.
- Staff form “very strong relationships” with pupils, giving them a “distinct voice in school life” and ensuring those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) can “excel.”
- The school places high priority on personal development, including mental health and resilience, with educational visits that “bring their learning to life.”
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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