Bandon Hill Primary School
105%
Capacity
442
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Bandon Hill Primary School
Bandon Hill 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 442 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bandon Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Hopkins, it falls under Sutton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6024th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 33 in Sutton.
Bandon Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 222 applications for 60 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bandon Hill Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Bandon Hill 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 | Sandy Lane South, Wallington, Sutton, SM6 9QU |
| Headteacher | Robert Hopkins |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6024th of 13,686
Nationally
1044th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 33
In Sutton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
65%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
222
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandy Lane South, Wallington
Sutton, SM6 9QU
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