Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit
Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit is a community school in Wandsworth for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has 253 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit is Good, from an inspection in May 2022. In 2025, 41% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: May 2022. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Smallwood Road Tooting London SW17 0TW |
| Phone | 02086726024 |
| Reference Number | 101021 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 253 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 56.52%
Girls: 43.48% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 44.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 34% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 20.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 17 | 35 |
| 2 | 18 | 20 | 38 |
| 3 | 22 | 7 | 29 |
| 4 | 14 | 10 | 24 |
| 5 | 17 | 19 | 36 |
| 6 | 23 | 14 | 37 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 29.2% |
| African | 11.1% |
| Pakistani | 9.9% |
| White, Other | 9.5% |
| Indian | 7.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 6.3% |
| Caribbean | 6.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.1% |
| White & Asian | 3.6% |
| Asian, Other | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.2% |
Smallwood Primary School has demonstrated considerable improvement since its previous inspection, moving from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' across all evaluated areas. The school provides a safe and encouraging environment where pupils are enthusiastic about their education and engaged in their learning. Notably, the school has a strong commitment to inclusivity, especially for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as it houses a language unit that interacts well with mainstream students. Leaders have also prioritized enhancing the quality of education in core subjects like reading, writing, and mathematics, resulting in good progress for pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Feb 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Feb 2022 | School inspection: |
| 09 May 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Nov 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 Jul 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Mar 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Dec 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 23 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Feb 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive approach catering to students with SEND
- High aspirations and supportive teachers
- Strong performance in reading, writing, and mathematics
- Effective and engaging phonics instruction
- Rich curriculum opportunities in physical education and religious education
- Positive school culture with a focus on values and student well-being
- Parents express overwhelming support for the school
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum planning and sequencing in some subjects need improvement
- Inconsistent clarity in the knowledge and steps within certain topics
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 41% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 6% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 102 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 101 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Progress Scores
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| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | -0.7 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | -1.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
How many students meet the standards
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| Second Preference | 10 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 10 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
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Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Gatton (VA) Primary School
13e Broadwater Rd, Tooting, London, SW17 0DS |
0.5 miles |
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Garfield Primary School
Garfield Road, Wimbledon, SW19 8SB |
0.57 miles |
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St Boniface RC Primary School
Undine Street, Tooting, London, SW17 8PP |
0.67 miles |
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Sellincourt Primary School
Sellincourt Road, Tooting, London, SW17 9SA |
0.7 miles |
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Chelsea Hall School
St Andrew's Church Hall, Waynflete Street, Earlsfield, London, SW18 3QG |
0.72 miles |
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The Priory CofE School
Queens Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8LX |
0.74 miles |
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Fircroft Primary School
Fircroft Road, Tooting Bec, London, SW17 7PP |
0.77 miles |
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Earlsfield Primary School
Tranmere Road, London, SW18 3QQ |
0.78 miles |
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Tooting Primary School
Franciscan Road, Tooting, London, SW17 8HE |
0.8 miles |
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Wimbledon Park Primary School
Havana Road, London, SW19 8EJ |
0.86 miles |
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All Saints' CofE Primary School
3 - 19 Hanover Road, London, SW19 1EB |
0.87 miles |
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Franciscan Primary School
221 Franciscan Road, Tooting, London, SW17 8HQ |
0.87 miles |
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Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Effra Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8PW |
0.91 miles |
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Beatrix Potter Primary School
Magdalen Road, Earlsfield, London, SW18 3ER |
0.91 miles |
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Hillbrook School
Hillbrook Road, Tooting, London, SW17 8SG |
0.91 miles |
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Finton House School
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0.91 miles |
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Singlegate Primary School
South Gardens, Colliers Wood, London, SW19 2NT |
0.94 miles |
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St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
Louisville Road, London, SW17 8RW |
1 miles |
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Rutherford House School
217 Balham High Road, Balham, Wandsworth, London, SW17 7BS |
1.18 miles |
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Floreat Wandsworth Primary School
305 Garratt Lane, London, SW18 4EQ |
1.19 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Paddock School
120 Broadwater Road, London, SW17 0DZ |
0.25 miles |
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Burntwood School
Burntwood Lane, London, SW17 0AQ |
0.49 miles |
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Garratt Park School
Waldron Road, Earlsfield, Wandsworth, London, SW18 3TB |
0.51 miles |
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Tram House School
Tram House School 520 Garratt Lane, London, SW17 0NY |
0.56 miles |
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Ernest Bevin Academy
Beechcroft Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7DF |
0.67 miles |
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Al Risalah Boys' School
145 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TJ |
0.7 miles |
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Al Risalah Secondary School
145 Upper Tooting Road, London, SW17 7TJ |
0.7 miles |
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Nightingale Community Academy
Beechcroft Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7DF |
0.77 miles |
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Ricards Lodge High School
Lake Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 7HB |
1.14 miles |
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Southfields Academy
333 Merton Road, Wandsworth, London, SW18 5JU |
1.24 miles |
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Harris Academy Wimbledon
59 High Path, London, SW19 2JY |
1.25 miles |
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Graveney School
Welham Road, Tooting, London, SW17 9BU |
1.32 miles |
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Chestnut Grove Academy
Chestnut Grove, Balham, 45 Chestnut Grove, London, SW12 8JZ |
1.4 miles |
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Wimbledon High School GDST
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1.47 miles |
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Oak Lodge School
101 Nightingale Lane, Balham, London, SW12 8NA |
1.52 miles |
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Saint Cecilia's Church of England School
Sutherland Grove, London, SW18 5JR |
1.66 miles |
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Linden Lodge School
61 Princes Way, Wimbledon Park, London, SW19 6JB |
1.69 miles |
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Emanuel School
Battersea Rise, London, SW11 1HS |
1.78 miles |
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RISE Education
37-39 Western Road, Mitcham, CR4 3ED |
1.78 miles |
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Ark Bolingbroke Academy
Wakehurst Road, London, SW11 6BF |
1.8 miles |
- Belleville Primary School
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- Earlsfield Primary School
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- Our Lady Queen of Heaven RC School
- Penwortham Primary School
- Ronald Ross Primary School
- Sheringdale Primary School
What is Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit is Good, from an inspection in May 2022.
When was Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit last inspected by Ofsted?
Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit was last inspected in May 2022.
How many pupils does Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit have?
Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit has 253 pupils on roll.
What age range does Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit cover?
Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit for pupils aged 3 to 11.
What are Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 41% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit?
Smallwood Primary School and Language Unit is at Smallwood Road, Tooting, London, SW17 0TW.