Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
464
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Matt Birch, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 42 in Merton.
Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 324 applications for 60 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 101 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Bishop Gilpin CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Lake Road, Wimbledon, Merton, SW19 7EP |
| Headteacher | Matt Birch |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 472 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1229th of 13,686
Nationally
306th of 1,592
In London
7th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
30%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
82%
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
6Facilities 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
324
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
101 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Lake Road, Wimbledon
Merton, SW19 7EP
Journey to School
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