Barnes Primary School
98%
Capacity
468
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About Barnes Primary School
Barnes Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sue Jepson, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 197th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
Barnes Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 331 applications for 60 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 143 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barnes Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, Barnes 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 | Cross Street, London, Richmond upon Thames, SW13 0QQ |
| Headteacher | Sue Jepson |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.9% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 480 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
197th of 13,686
Nationally
44th of 1,592
In London
3rd of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
42%
Higher Standard
'22/23
95%
'23/24
92%
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
7Facilities 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
331
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
143 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cross Street, London
Richmond upon Thames, SW13 0QQ
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