East Sheen Primary School, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
East Sheen Primary School excels at creating an ambitious curriculum where pupils build knowledge step-by-step, from learning basic mapwork in Reception to developing programming skills in Year 5. Teachers are well-supported with subject expertise, and the school prioritises reading so effectively that weaker readers catch up quickly. Pupils are genuinely excited about learning, behave exceptionally well, and develop strong leadership skills through various roles like house captains and diversity ambassadors.
Key Strengths
- Ambitious, well-planned curriculum that builds knowledge and skills progressively from early years to Year 6
- Excellent reading provision with consistent phonics teaching and targeted support for struggling readers
- Exceptional pupil behaviour and strong focus on well-being, with pupils showing respect and kindness to each other
- Outstanding support for pupils with special educational needs, including those in the resourced provision
- Strong pupil leadership opportunities that develop thinking skills and encourage pupils to take an active role in school improvements
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff properly trained to identify at-risk pupils, concerns logged and followed up promptly, and pupils taught to keep themselves safe online and in other situations.
Extracurricular Activities
Karate, Latin, chess, various sports, choir, orchestra, educational outings, workshops
East Sheen Primary School is an outstanding school where staff and pupils work together to create a happy, successful learning environment. Pupils achieve high standards and have consistently exceptional behaviour.
At a Glance
18.0%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 87%. Maths has remained stable at around 88%. Writing has improved from 83% to 92%.
Class Sizes
28.1
Avg class size
28.7
Infant (KS1)
27.7
KS2
21
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
94%
Near capacity
593 pupils
630 capacity
37 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Richmond upon Thames
Places available
2,243
Applications
1,812
Got 1st preference
88.6%
Got preferred school
98.3%
Primary admissions across Richmond upon Thames (2025/26)
Inspection History(104)
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.74805%
Overall absence
10%
Persistent absence
530
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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