Ravenstone Primary School
Ravenstone Primary School is an academy converter in Wandsworth for pupils aged 3 to 11. It has 283 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Ravenstone Primary School is Good, from an inspection in October 2023. In 2025, 72% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: October 2023. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Ravenstone Street Balham London SW12 9SS |
| Phone | 02086730594 |
| Reference Number | 147327 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 283 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.59%
Girls: 48.41% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 23% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 29.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 19.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 22 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 22 | 40 |
| 2 | 19 | 18 | 37 |
| 3 | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| 4 | 23 | 19 | 42 |
| 5 | 22 | 19 | 41 |
| 6 | 17 | 17 | 34 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 23% |
| White, Other | 19.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 9.2% |
| Unclassified | 5.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 5.3% |
| African | 4.2% |
| White & Asian | 3.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 3.2% |
| Caribbean | 2.8% |
| Asian, Other | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1.4% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
Ravenstone Primary School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating across all inspection areas. The school has created a positive and inclusive environment where pupils feel happy and safe, supported by dedicated staff and a curriculum that promotes both academic and personal development. There is a strong focus on reading from an early age, ensuring children develop a love for literacy and are well-prepared for future educational challenges.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Sep 2023 | School inspection: |
| 08 Oct 2020 | Academy conversion letter |
| 26 Nov 2019 | School inspection |
| Previously as Ravenstone Primary School | |
| 23 Feb 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Dec 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 24 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are happy and feel safe at school.
- There is a strong emphasis on reading, with effective phonics instruction.
- The curriculum is broad and balanced, aligning well with national expectations.
- Effective support is provided for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- The school promotes a positive ethos with clear values such as kindness and respect.
- Behaviour in lessons is consistently strong due to clear routines and expectations.
- Pupils take pride in their responsibilities and the upkeep of the school.
Areas for Improvement
- The early years curriculum does not systematically identify important knowledge for Year 1 preparation.
- In some subjects, assessment processes are not fully effective, leading to persistent misconceptions.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 72% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 13% | 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 | 107 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 106 | 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 | 0.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Writing | 1.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Maths | 1.7 | 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 | 30 | 5 |
| Third Preference | 24 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 27 | 2 |
Previous Years
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Al Risalah Boys' School
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Emanuel School
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Ravenstone Primary School is part of Wandle Learning Trust, which runs 11 schools. The nearest others:
- Chestnut Grove Academy London
- Fircroft Primary School London
- Swaffield School London
- Chesterton Primary School London
- Norbury High School for Girls Thornton Heath
- Kensington Avenue Primary School Thornton Heath
- Paxton Academy Sports And Science Thornton Heath
- Thomson House School London
- Hellingly Community Primary School Hailsham
- Grovelands Community Primary School Hailsham
What is Ravenstone Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Ravenstone Primary School is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
When was Ravenstone Primary School last inspected by Ofsted?
Ravenstone Primary School was last inspected in October 2023.
How many pupils does Ravenstone Primary School have?
Ravenstone Primary School has 283 pupils on roll.
What age range does Ravenstone Primary School cover?
Ravenstone Primary School for pupils aged 3 to 11.
What are Ravenstone Primary School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 72% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is Ravenstone Primary School?
Ravenstone Primary School is at Ravenstone Street, Balham, London, SW12 9SS.