Wilberforce Primary
London, W10 4LB · Westminster · primary school
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17th of 32 primary schools in Westminster we can score, 33 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 — 9.2/10 against 1,103 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wilberforce Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023-12.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 157 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? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Wilberforce Primary
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that Wilberforce Primary remains a ‘good’ school, with evidence suggesting it might achieve an ‘outstanding’ grade if a full graded inspection were conducted now. The report describes a ‘thriving school community’ where ‘pupils flourish’ due to high expectations, an ambitious curriculum, and expert teaching that fosters deep subject understanding.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious and broad’, routinely exceeding age-related expectations, with pupils ‘skilfully mak[ing] links between different parts of the curriculum’.
- Teachers are ‘highly skilled’, delivering learning with clarity and swiftly addressing misconceptions to ensure pupils use subject-specific vocabulary accurately.
- Pupils ‘behave extremely well’, demonstrating empathy and taking on leadership roles such as playground monitors and behaviour panel members.
- Reading is highly valued, with a strong phonics programme and swift support for those at risk of falling behind, ensuring pupils become ‘confident, fluent readers’.
- Staff are ‘extremely proud of their school’, benefiting from professional development opportunities and support for workload and well-being within the trust.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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