Description

St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School, located in Richmond upon Thames (London) with the postal code TW10 6HN, serves a diverse community of approximately 232 students, with 49.14% of them being girls and 50.86% being boys. The school caters to students between ages 4 and 11 and has a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. St Elizabeth’s is an outstanding state primary school, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, which praises a supportive and purposeful environment fostering high aspirations and respect among pupils.

The school offers a broad, inclusive curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners and help children develop academically, personally, and spiritually. Global learning experiences are immersive, and the curriculum is tailored to support each student's needs. St. Elizabeth’s places strong emphasis on the values of kindness, equality, excellence, and diversity, leading to a collaborative educational community. Pupils achieve well above average across all core subjects, including reading, writing, and mathematics.

Percentage-wise, 87% of students attain higher standards in reading, writing, and mathematics at Key Stage 2, reflecting the school's excellence in delivering the national curriculum. St. Elizabeth’s welcomes applications from children of all faiths but prioritizes families with a Catholic background. The school cooperates with St Richard Reynolds Catholic High School, with 58% of students progressing to this secondary institution.

The school enriches its curriculum with educational visits, visitors, and a variety of extra-curricular activities. Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) receive specialized support to meet their needs and are fully included in the curriculum. St. Elizabeth's also contributes to the local community by providing places regularly to children moving into the area, ensuring that all pupils have the opportunity to thrive. The school values parental involvement and encourages a strong home/school relationship.