Bond Primary School
67%
Capacity
289
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Bond Primary School
Bond Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 289 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bond Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Bennett, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9296th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 42 in Merton.
Bond Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 25 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bond Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Bond 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 | Bond Road, Mitcham, Merton, CR4 3HG |
| Headteacher | Michelle Bennett |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 289 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.2% |
| School Capacity | 289 / 430 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9296th of 13,686
Nationally
1360th of 1,592
In London
35th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
55%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed25
80
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 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
Bond Road, Mitcham
Merton, CR4 3HG
Journey to School
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