Chesterton Primary School
101%
Capacity
424
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Chesterton Primary School
Chesterton 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 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Danine Smith, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% 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 892nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Chesterton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chesterton Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Chesterton 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 | Dagnall Street, London, Wandsworth, SW11 5DT |
| Headteacher | Danine Smith |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.1% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
892nd of 13,686
Nationally
230th of 1,592
In London
9th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
84%
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
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chesterton Primary School
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Contact Information
Dagnall Street, London
Wandsworth, SW11 5DT
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