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What is Rathfern Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Rathfern Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted (inspected 2021).

Where is Rathfern Primary School located?

Rathfern Primary School is located in London, London, SE6 4NL.

What age range does Rathfern Primary School serve?

Rathfern Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Rathfern Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Rathfern Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Rathfern Primary School has 53% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 251 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 17.4%, spending £8,631 per pupil, 21% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 3.5%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2021KS2 expected53%Attendance96.5%

Profile completeness: 6 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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6.4

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Strong68% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Rathfern Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 251 pupils
SEN support: 18% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Below par for its intake

Rathfern Primary School is in the lower half for KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) among schools with a similar intake (21–31% of pupils eligible for free school meals).

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The area around this school

Environment score: 15/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality5/100

Transport access31/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Rathfern Primary School

At Rathfern Primary School, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

59% met the expected standard in reading and 69% in maths.

Attendance at Rathfern Primary School

Rathfern Primary School has an overall absence rate of 3.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Rathfern Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Rathfern Primary School is 17.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

The school spends £8,631 per pupil annually.

Demographics at Rathfern Primary School

Rathfern Primary School has 251 pupils on roll.

21% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

18% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Rathfern Primary School Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Rathfern Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Rathfern Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Rathfern Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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