Robin Hood Junior School, Sutton
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Robin Hood Junior School excels at supporting all groups of pupils to achieve their best, particularly in mathematics and writing. The school provides a well-rounded education with interesting activities, recent improvements to facilities, and strong preparation for secondary school. Pupils feel safe, happy and supported, with staff taking time to know each child well and provide personalised help.
Key Strengths
- Strong progress in mathematics and writing, with above-average overall progress in core subjects
- Effective support for disadvantaged pupils, ensuring they make good progress in line with peers
- Well-balanced curriculum enhanced by interesting extra-curricular activities and recent investments like the new technology room
- Effective transitions support helping pupils prepare well for secondary school
- Strong safeguarding culture with regular staff training and support for vulnerable pupils and families
Areas for Improvement
- Reading outcomes, particularly for the most able pupils, are comparatively weaker than other subjects
- Literacy skills development is not consistently supported across all pupils and curriculum areas
- Attendance for disadvantaged pupils remains below national average, though improving
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective, with strong staff training, awareness of local risks, very effective support for vulnerable pupils and families, and meticulously maintained records.
Extracurricular Activities
Extra-curricular activities (varied and inspiring, specific activities not detailed in report)
Robin Hood Junior School continues to be good, with maintained quality of education since the last inspection in 2012. The leadership team has improved pupils' outcomes over time, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
At a Glance
19.8%
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 improved from 84% to 92%. Maths has remained stable at around 93%. Writing has remained stable at around 87%.
Class Sizes
29.8
Avg class size
29.8
KS2
12
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
100%
Over capacity
359 pupils
360 capacity
1 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Sutton
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Admissions Demand - Sutton
Places available
2,439
Applications
2,209
Got 1st preference
91.7%
Got preferred school
99.0%
Primary admissions across Sutton (2025/26)
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.75534%
Overall absence
9.25926%
Persistent absence
378
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Robin Hood Junior School
The Limes College
Sutton Grammar School
Sutton High School GDST
Grove Road School
Greenholm School
Overton Grange School
Greenshaw High School
Cheam High School
Glenthorne High School
Harris Academy Sutton
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