The Priory CofE School

A good voluntary aided school school in Merton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Priory CofE School.

London, SW198LX Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

60

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 7.0%
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
10 January 2023
Previous grade
Good
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
Queens Road
Wimbledon
London, SW198LX
Phone
2085408059
Website
thepriory.merton.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
102672
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Queens Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8LX
Website
www.thepriory.merton.sch.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Capacity
538 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Southwark
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
205
Free School Meals
32.4% (66 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.9% (6 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.9%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
11.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
73.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
7.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
11.2 (6.3 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.1 (2.5 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 109.0
2023 102.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
23
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
205 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+5.0 per year)

Up 5.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Achievement for all, Guided by God"

Respect Service Courage Generosity Friendship Compassion Peace Perseverance Forgiveness Thankfulness Truthfulness

The Priory is a Church of England school. We follow the teachings of Christ and promote Christian values; all pupils are educated in the beliefs and devotional practices of the Church of England. The school vision and values are rooted in Christian faith, with collective worship and links to Holy Trinity Church. The RE curriculum follows the SDBE RE scheme, and spirituality is integrated across the curriculum.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Faith Council Eco Council Courageous Advocacy

Sports

Gymnastics Dance Netball Rugby Football Hockey Rounders Cricket Tennis Athletics

Facilities

Specialist areas for music Specialist areas for computing Large, well-resourced library Award-winning wildlife garden Outdoor spaces including wildlife garden and field

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Before and After School Club

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