Abbey Primary School
105%
Capacity
484
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Abbey Primary School
Abbey Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sutton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 484 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 462 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbey Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Stirling-Williams, it falls under Sutton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7432nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 33 in Sutton.
Abbey Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 40 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Abbey Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Glastonbury Road, Morden, Sutton, SM4 6NY |
| Headteacher | Andrea Stirling-Williams |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Number of Pupils | 484 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 484 / 462 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7432nd of 13,686
Nationally
1218th of 1,592
In London
27th of 33
In Sutton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
125
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glastonbury Road, Morden
Sutton, SM4 6NY
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