John Betts Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
7.9x
Demand
About John Betts Primary School
John Betts Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Hammersmith and Fulham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated John Betts Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jessica Mair, it falls under Hammersmith and Fulham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 96% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 79th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 35 in Hammersmith and Fulham.
John Betts Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 237 applications for 30 places, making it 7.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
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 John Betts Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham, John Betts 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Paddenswick Road, London, Hammersmith and Fulham, W6 0UA |
| Headteacher | Jessica Mair |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (96%)
79th of 13,686
Nationally
14th of 1,592
In London
1st of 35
In Hammersmith and Fulham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
96%
Expected Standard
28%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
96%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
237
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Paddenswick Road, London
Hammersmith and Fulham, W6 0UA
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