St Matthew's CofE Primary School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided school in Merton for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has a Church of England religious character. It has 207 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for St Matthew's CofE Primary School is Good, from an inspection in May 2023. In 2025, 63% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: May 2023. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Cottenham Park Road London SW20 0SX |
| Phone | 02089477227 |
| Reference Number | 102664 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 207 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.76%
Girls: 50.24% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 18.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| 2 | 14 | 11 | 25 |
| 3 | 14 | 13 | 27 |
| 4 | 12 | 17 | 29 |
| 5 | 10 | 12 | 22 |
| 6 | 13 | 8 | 21 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 44.9% |
| White, Other | 17.4% |
| White & Asian | 9.2% |
| Asian, Other | 8.2% |
| Indian | 4.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.4% |
| African | 2.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.9% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
St Matthew’s CofE Primary School continues to demonstrate a good level of performance, maintaining a strong sense of community among pupils and staff. Attendance is high, and pupils feel safe and cared for in a nurturing environment where their well-being is prioritized. There is a focus on high expectations for academic work and conduct, with pupils showing motivation and engagement in their learning activities, supported by a wealth of educational outings and extracurricular opportunities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Mar 2023 | School inspection |
| 30 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 28 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Nov 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Feb 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong sense of community among pupils and staff
- High standards achieved in academic studies
- Well-structured and ambitious curriculum in most subjects
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs
- Effective phonics program with daily reading practice
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in the delivery of the phonics program
- Curriculum is less well developed in some subjects
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 63% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 16% | 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 | 109 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 107 | 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 | 2.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 1.8 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 4.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| From another Local Authority | 6 | 2 |
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What is St Matthew's CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for St Matthew's CofE Primary School is Good, from an inspection in May 2023.
When was St Matthew's CofE Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
St Matthew's CofE Primary School was last inspected in May 2023.
How many pupils does St Matthew's CofE Primary School have?
St Matthew's CofE Primary School has 207 pupils on roll.
What age range does St Matthew's CofE Primary School cover?
St Matthew's CofE Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.
What are St Matthew's CofE Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 63% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is St Matthew's CofE Primary School?
St Matthew's CofE Primary School is at Cottenham Park Road, London, SW20 0SX.