Furzedown Primary School
76%
Capacity
344
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Furzedown Primary School
Furzedown 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 344 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Furzedown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dionne Morris, it falls under Wandsworth 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 6649th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Furzedown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 181 applications for 62 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Furzedown Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Furzedown 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 | Beclands Road, London, Wandsworth, SW17 9TJ |
| Headteacher | Dionne Morris |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 344 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 344 / 450 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6649th of 13,686
Nationally
1125th of 1,592
In London
38th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
63%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed62
181
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beclands Road, London
Wandsworth, SW17 9TJ
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