Albemarle Primary School

A good foundation school school in Wandsworth. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Albemarle Primary School.

London, SW196JP Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

47

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
40.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 47.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
40.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 3.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
1 November 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Princes Way
London, SW196JP

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
101032
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Address
Princes Way, London, SW19 6JP
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
472 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
386
Free School Meals
26.9% (104 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.3% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
24.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
47.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
3.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
109.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 106.0
2023 107.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
43
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
386 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Resilience Love for learning Articulate Independence Compassionate Responsible Reflective

Head Teacher's Message

The Headteacher welcomes visitors to Albemarle, describing it as a vibrant two-form entry primary school with a nursery and thriving wrap-around care. She highlights the seven school values guiding the community, a rich and varied curriculum, and a commitment to making learning enjoyable and inclusive. She emphasizes partnership with families, a safe and happy environment, and invites visits to experience the school first-hand.

Facilities

Two sites: Lower School (EYFS, Nursery and Reception, Year 1–2) and Upper School (Years 3–6) separated by Princes Way Two halls used for PE, assemblies and lunch 17 classrooms Brand new kitchen for school meals Two-form entry primary school (as of 1 September 2020) Located on the borders of Southfields and Wimbledon in South West London

Curriculum Highlights

Jigsaw PSHE (Relationships and Health Education) program Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised phonics programme (Reception through Year 1, with daily phonics) PKC Primary Knowledge Curriculum science scheme NCETM-based teaching for maths (mastery approach) Reading for Pleasure with CLPE Reflecting Realities diversity focus; poetry and author visits; World Book Day; Barnes Literature Festival participation; Poem for the Week Artistic and design-focused units across DT and Art linked to real-world contexts Phonics and early reading foundations (phonics taught daily in KS1) Computing curriculum with progression from Early Years through KS2 (weekly lessons)

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wrap Around Care includes Albemarle Breakfast Club (ABC) from 7:45am to 8:40am and Twinkling Stars After School Care from 3:15pm to 6:00pm; booking via the school’s online system (Magic Booking).

SEND Provision

SEND provision varies by pupil need and is delivered by the school’s Inclusion Team and staff, with support from external professionals (e.g., Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists) where appropriate. The school emphasises building strong relationships with families and offers meetings such as Team Around the Child (TAC) when needed. Further information is available in the SEND Policy and SEND Information Report.

Admissions Criteria

Albemarle is a Foundation School with its own admissions authority; admissions for Reception and Years 1–6 are processed by Wandsworth Council’s Pupil Services. There is an Admissions Policy for 2027-28 and an Admissions Consultation Notice for 2027-28. Tours/open days are offered and information is available via the school office or the Admissions section.

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