Norwegian School in London, London
Norwegian School in London is an independent school for pupils aged 6 to 16 in London. It was rated Outstanding at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in September 2025.
- Ofsted
- Outstanding (2025)
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Norwegian School in London in detail
Norwegian School in London in its own words
The school runs after-school care.
Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Norwegian School in London are The Norwegian Kindergarten In London (under 0.1 miles, Good); Donhead Preparatory School (0.2 miles); Hall School Wimbledon (0.2 miles); and Wimbledon Common Preparatory School (0.3 miles, selective).
The Norwegian Kindergarten In LondonDonhead Preparatory SchoolHall School WimbledonWimbledon Common Preparatory School
Who goes there
In 2026, 10 pupils (21.7%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Raynes Park Rail Station, about 860 metres away (roughly a 11-minute walk).
4 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Arterberry Road Copse Hill (->w), 260 metres away.
The area around the school
Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Norwegian School in London stands in is among the 10% least deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.
In August 2026, police recorded 229 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Merton (354).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Safeguarding: effective
Independent school standards
Met all the independent school standards.
- Part 1: quality of educationMet
- Part 2: pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural developmentMet
- Part 3: welfare, health and safetyMet
- Part 4: suitability of staff and proprietorsMet
- Part 5: premises and accommodationMet
- Part 6: information for parentsMet
- Part 7: handling of complaintsMet
- Part 8: leadership and managementMet
Source: Ofsted, non-association independent schools inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's September 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Norwegian School in London excels at combining the best of Norwegian and British education, creating a cohesive community where pupils thrive academically and personally. The school ensures pupils become fluent bilingual readers and provides exceptional support for those with additional needs, preparing them extremely well for their futures. With outstanding behaviour, enriching visits to cultural landmarks, and strong pastoral care including mental health support, the school creates a warm, ambitious learning environment where every child is valued.
Key Strengths
- Rich, sequenced curriculum with strong bilingual education in Norwegian and English, plus a third language option
- Excellent reading programme ensuring pupils become confident, fluent bilingual readers
- Outstanding behaviour and positive attitudes to learning, with a firmly established culture of high expectations
- Comprehensive personal development programme including cultural visits, outdoor activities, and community contributions
- Well-trained teachers with effective assessment practices that help pupils take responsibility for their own learning
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Shakespearian theatre trips, East London street-art tours, overseas visits to Brussels including NATO headquarters, visits to places of worship, outdoor activities, choir performances at local care homes
Norwegian School in London is an independent school for Norwegian expatriate pupils that combines Norwegian and British educational approaches. The school has been rated Outstanding across all areas, up from Good at the previous inspection.
About
The Norwegian School in London is an independent Norwegian international school in Wimbledon, London, England for children aged six to sixteen years. It was founded in January 1982.
From Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby all-through schools
Keep up with Norwegian School in London
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Norwegian School in London.
- Camp Beaumont - Donhead290m away · Not yet graded
- Activ Camps At Wimbledon College370m away · Not yet graded
- Code Kids King's College School570m away · Not yet graded
- Camp Beaumont - King's College School570m away · Not yet graded
- Breakfast Kids Club570m away · Not yet graded
Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 36
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 9
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 36 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 9 serious and 27 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 2 on foot.
13 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Merton is 48.5 (the median across 74 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
35%
Available places
46 pupils
130 places
84 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for London
Across Merton council
Places available
1,874
Applications
1,982
Got 1st preference
67.4%
Got preferred school
95.4%
All secondary applications across Merton council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(7)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
10
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
21.7%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
46
Total Pupils
28
Boys
18
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Norwegian School in London
Showing 10 of 12 linked schools
Questions parents ask about Norwegian School in London
What is Norwegian School in London's Ofsted rating?
Norwegian School in London was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2025.
Does Norwegian School in London meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in September 2025, Norwegian School in London met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to Norwegian School in London?
Norwegian School in London has around 46 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Norwegian School in London?
Norwegian School in London is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Does Norwegian School in London have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists 5 out-of-school clubs within a kilometre of Norwegian School in London: Camp Beaumont - Donhead (290m away, registered, not yet graded), Activ Camps At Wimbledon College (370m away, registered, not yet graded) and Code Kids King's College School (570m away, registered, not yet graded). The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
How many road collisions happen near Norwegian School in London?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 36 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 9 serious and 27 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 2 on foot. 13 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Merton is 48.5 (the median across 74 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Norwegian School in London?
Norwegian School in London is at 28 Arterberry Rd, Wimbledon, London, SW20 8AH.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)