Fern Hill Primary School
98%
Capacity
671
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Fern Hill Primary School
Fern Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 671 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Adam Scott, it falls under Kingston upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2209th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 27 in Kingston upon Thames.
Fern Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 269 applications for 90 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 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 Fern Hill Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Thames, Fern Hill 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 | Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 5PE |
| Headteacher | Adam Scott |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 671 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 671 / 682 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2209th of 13,686
Nationally
487th of 1,592
In London
4th of 27
In Kingston upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
77%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
269
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
85 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fern Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames, KT2 5PE
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