Cranmer Primary School
88%
Capacity
460
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Cranmer Primary School
Cranmer 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 460 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 524 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cranmer Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Roughley, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6826th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 42 in Merton.
Cranmer Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 55 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Cranmer Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.6/5 from 23 parents).
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 Cranmer Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Cranmer 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 | Cranmer Road, Mitcham, Merton, CR4 4XU |
| Headteacher | Martin Roughley |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.5% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 524 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6826th of 13,686
Nationally
1139th of 1,592
In London
26th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cranmer Road, Mitcham
Merton, CR4 4XU
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