Dundonald Primary School
93%
Capacity
430
Pupils
6.4x
Demand
About Dundonald Primary School
Dundonald 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 430 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 464 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dundonald Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Carmen, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3562nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 42 in Merton.
Dundonald Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 379 applications for 59 places, making it 6.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dundonald Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Drama, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Dundonald 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 | Dundonald Road, London, Merton, SW19 3QH |
| Headteacher | Lisa Carmen |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 464 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3562nd of 13,686
Nationally
718th of 1,592
In London
15th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
72%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
379
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dundonald Road, London
Merton, SW19 3QH
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