Hollymount School
94%
Capacity
445
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Hollymount School
Hollymount School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 445 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hollymount School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joe Croft, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3031st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 42 in Merton.
Hollymount School is a popular choice with families — it received 226 applications for 59 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
Hollymount School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hollymount School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Hollymount 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 | Cambridge Road, London, Merton, SW20 0SQ |
| Headteacher | Joe Croft |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 472 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 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 (74%)
3031st of 13,686
Nationally
637th of 1,592
In London
13th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
74%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
226
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cambridge Road, London
Merton, SW20 0SQ
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