St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided school in Merton for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has a Roman Catholic religious character. It has 241 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is Good, from an inspection in May 2023. In 2025, 76% 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Cricket Green Mitcham Surrey CR4 4LA |
| Phone | 02086481459 |
| Reference Number | 102667 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 241 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.38%
Girls: 50.62% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 24.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 50.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| 2 | 6 | 13 | 19 |
| 3 | 17 | 14 | 31 |
| 4 | 17 | 14 | 31 |
| 5 | 13 | 18 | 31 |
| 6 | 31 | 21 | 52 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 25.7% |
| Asian, Other | 19.1% |
| White, Other | 14.5% |
| White, British | 9.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 9.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.3% |
| Indian | 2.9% |
| Caribbean | 2.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School has been rated as 'Good' overall, showcasing a positive learning environment where pupils are engaged and feel safe. The leadership has made significant improvements following changes in senior leadership, with an emphasis on high expectations and a broad, ambitious curriculum that supports all students, including those with special educational needs. The school has successfully maintained strong relationships within the community, promoting values and responsibilities among students. However, there are occasional gaps in teaching that do not fully build on prior knowledge, which limits opportunities for deeper understanding in some lessons.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Mar 2023 | School inspection: |
| 22 Jan 2020 | School inspection |
| 18 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Nov 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 19 Jun 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 10 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy learning and actively participate in lessons.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Curriculum is broad and ambitious, ensuring a logical progression of learning.
- Strong focus on reading fluency, with consistent phonics programme.
- Positive relationships foster a sense of community and belonging.
- Effective safeguarding measures are in place.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teaching does not sufficiently build on prior knowledge.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 76% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 12% | 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 | 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 | 0.1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 2.4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 3.6 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| Third Preference | 6 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 9 | 4 |
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What is St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is Good, from an inspection in May 2023.
When was St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School was last inspected in May 2023.
How many pupils does St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School have?
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School has 241 pupils on roll.
What age range does St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School cover?
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.
What are St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 76% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School?
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is at Cricket Green, Mitcham, Surrey, CR4 4LA.