Barrow Hedges Primary School
101%
Capacity
689
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Barrow Hedges Primary School
Barrow Hedges 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 689 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 685 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Louise Wood, it falls under Sutton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1379th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 33 in Sutton.
Barrow Hedges Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 379 applications for 90 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 109 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 Barrow Hedges Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Barrow Hedges 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 | Harbury Road, CARSHALTON, Sutton, SM5 4LA |
| Headteacher | Louise Wood |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Number of Pupils | 689 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 689 / 685 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1379th of 13,686
Nationally
341st of 1,592
In London
10th of 33
In Sutton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
81%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
379
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
109 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harbury Road, CARSHALTON
Sutton, SM5 4LA
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