Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
435
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 435 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 456 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ysanne Rickards, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7560th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 42 in Merton.
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 252 applications for 60 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 were first-preference applications.
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Trinity CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Holy Trinity CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Effra Road, London, Merton, SW19 8PW |
| Headteacher | Ysanne Rickards |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 435 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 435 / 456 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7560th of 13,686
Nationally
1229th of 1,592
In London
29th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
61%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
252
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
80 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Effra Road, London
Merton, SW19 8PW
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