Franciscan Primary School
52%
Capacity
270
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Franciscan Primary School
Franciscan Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 270 pupils on roll, operating at 52% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Franciscan Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fahri Francis, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13007th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Franciscan Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Franciscan Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Franciscan 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 221 Franciscan Road, London, Wandsworth, SW17 8HQ |
| Headteacher | Fahri Francis |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.7% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 520 (52% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13007th of 13,686
Nationally
1573rd of 1,592
In London
55th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
34%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
221 Franciscan Road, London
Wandsworth, SW17 8HQ
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