Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School
96%
Capacity
658
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School
Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery 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 658 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shona Pitcher, it falls under Kingston upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7283rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 27 in Kingston upon Thames.
Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 261 applications for 90 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 90 were first-preference applications.
Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Thames, Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery 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 | Grand Avenue, Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, KT5 9HU |
| Headteacher | Shona Pitcher |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 658 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 658 / 682 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jun 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Jun 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7283rd of 13,686
Nationally
1202nd of 1,592
In London
20th of 27
In Kingston upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
62%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
261
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
90 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grand Avenue, Surbiton
Kingston upon Thames, KT5 9HU
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