Griffin Primary School
43%
Capacity
180
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Griffin Primary School
Griffin Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 180 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (43% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Griffin Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jack Taylor, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10728th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Griffin Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 5 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Griffin Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Griffin 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 | None |
| Address | Stewarts Road, London, Wandsworth, SW8 4JB |
| Headteacher | Jack Taylor |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.3% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 420 (43% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10728th of 13,686
Nationally
1459th of 1,592
In London
49th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
50%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
15
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 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
Stewarts Road, London
Wandsworth, SW8 4JB
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