Is St John's Wood Primary School a good school?

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What is St John's Wood Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St John's Wood Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2019).

Do parents recommend St John's Wood Primary School?

98% of parents would recommend St John's Wood Primary School to another parent, according to Ofsted's official Parent View survey.

Where is St John's Wood Primary School located?

St John's Wood Primary School is located in London, London, NW8 7AL.

What age range does St John's Wood Primary School serve?

St John's Wood Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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St John's Wood Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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What people say about St John's Wood Primary School

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98% would recommend75% happy with the school75% say their child feels safe

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About St John's Wood Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, St John's Wood Primary School has 76% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 93 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 20.4%, spending £10,579 per pupil, 27% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.7%.

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OfstedGood · 2019KS2 expected76%Attendance95.3%

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is St John's Wood 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: 93 pupils
SEN support: 19% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 76% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 19% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 25/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality5/100

Transport access38/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at St John's Wood Primary School

At St John's Wood Primary School, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

84% met the expected standard in reading and 86% in maths.

Attendance at St John's Wood Primary School

St John's Wood Primary School has an overall absence rate of 4.7%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at St John's Wood Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at St John's Wood Primary School is 20.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

The school spends £10,579 per pupil annually.

Demographics at St John's Wood Primary School

St John's Wood Primary School has 93 pupils on roll.

27% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

19% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

St John's Wood Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

St John's Wood Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2019 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, St John's Wood Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While St John's Wood 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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