Robin Hood Junior School, Sutton

Good
Primary
Community school
Mixed
Ages 711

Data last updated 11 Sept 2026

Location

Very likely (~317m)Possible (~453m)Unlikely (~589m)Confidence: high

Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data

Key Information

DfE GIAS
Head:Headteacher Lee Webster
Pupils:359 / 360 capacity
LA:Sutton
Phone:02086424292
Address:Thorncroft Road, Sutton, SM1 1RL
Admissions:Not applicable
Status:open

Ofsted Rating

Ofsted · 4 years ago
-

Overall

Inspected 8 December 2022View full report
URN:102984
UKPRN:10071504
Diocese:Not applicable
Constituency:Sutton and Cheam
Urban/Rural:Urban: Nearer to a major town or city

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 2025/26

KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)

2024
2025
Reading+8ppMaths+2ppWriting+2pp

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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Getting There

Train Stations

West Sutton Rail Station
635m · 10 min walk
West Sutton (Entrance)
662m · 11 min walk
Sutton Station (Entrance)
734m · 12 min walk

Bus Stops

St. Nicholas Centre (Stop W)
45m · 1 min walk
Benhill Avenue / Throwley Way (Stop H)
191m · 3 min walk
Manor Place (Stop I)
234m · 4 min walk
Crown Road (SM1) (Stop X)
244m · 4 min walk
Benhill Avenue (Stop E)
265m · 4 min walk
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Capacity & Demand

School Occupancy

100%

Over capacity

359 pupils

360 capacity

1 spare places available

Area Demand Pressure - Sutton

High pressure
New homes approved:757
Projected new pupils:189

Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Sutton

Admissions Demand - Sutton

Low demand0.91x oversubscription

Places available

2,439

Applications

2,209

Got 1st preference

91.7%

Got preferred school

99.0%

Primary admissions across Sutton (2025/26)

Inspection History(9)

8 December 2022
18 October 2017
25 September 2012
Leadership & ManagementOutstanding

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Pupil Absence
2024/25

4.75534%

Overall absence

9.25926%

Persistent absence

378

Enrolments

Authorised4.00923%
Unauthorised0.74611%
Persistent (10%+)9.25926%
Severe (50%+)0.26455%

Absence trend

3.5851%
18/19
3.51809%
20/21
6.22457%
21/22
5.14807%
22/23
4.76292%
23/24
4.75534%
24/25
Overall absence rate

Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.

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