Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School
Bishop Gilpin 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 467 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2024. In 2025, 78% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: September 2024. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Lake Road Wimbledon SW19 7EP |
| Phone | 02089466666 |
| Reference Number | 102666 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 467 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.82%
Girls: 45.18% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 6.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 36.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39 | 21 | 60 |
| 2 | 36 | 24 | 60 |
| 3 | 30 | 30 | 60 |
| 4 | 39 | 21 | 60 |
| 5 | 30 | 26 | 56 |
| 6 | 35 | 24 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 37.7% |
| White, Other | 22.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 6.2% |
| Unclassified | 5.8% |
| Indian | 4.7% |
| White & Asian | 4.1% |
| Asian, Other | 3% |
| Chinese | 2.1% |
| African | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| Irish | 0.6% |
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School is performing exceptionally well, achieving outstanding ratings across all areas of its operations. The school prioritizes the holistic development of its students while also fostering a joyful and safe environment for learning. Pupils demonstrate strong academic achievement and social skills, with an emphasis on cultural understanding and acceptance woven throughout their education. The curriculum is ambitiously designed to cater to the diverse needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Apr 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 14 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional education focused on developing the whole child.
- Strong emphasis on cultural development and understanding.
- Excellent staff training resulting in high subject expertise.
- Effective use of assessment to support learning.
- High levels of pupil engagement and well-being.
- Strong partnerships with parents and the local community.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 78% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 31% | 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 | 111 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 109 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 3.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 5.8 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| From another Local Authority | 45 | 2 |
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What is Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2024.
When was Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School was last inspected in September 2024.
How many pupils does Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School have?
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School has 467 pupils on roll.
What age range does Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School cover?
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.
What are Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 78% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School?
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School is at Lake Road, Wimbledon, SW19 7EP.