Beatrix Potter Primary School
83%
Capacity
348
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Beatrix Potter Primary School
Beatrix Potter Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 348 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beatrix Potter Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Robertson, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8339th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Beatrix Potter Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 280 applications for 60 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beatrix Potter Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Beatrix Potter 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 | Magdalen Road, London, Wandsworth, SW18 3ER |
| Headteacher | Amanda Robertson |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 348 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.6% |
| School Capacity | 348 / 420 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8339th of 13,686
Nationally
1294th of 1,592
In London
43rd of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
58%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
280
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Magdalen Road, London
Wandsworth, SW18 3ER
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