John Burns Primary School
70%
Capacity
165
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About John Burns Primary School
John Burns Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 165 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John Burns Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Brian Grogan, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% 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 401st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 55 in Wandsworth.
John Burns Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 14 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Burns Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Netball, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, John Burns 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Wycliffe Road, London, Wandsworth, SW11 5QR |
| Headteacher | Brian Grogan |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 165 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.5% |
| School Capacity | 165 / 236 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
401st of 13,686
Nationally
95th of 1,592
In London
3rd of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
89%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed14
50
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wycliffe Road, London
Wandsworth, SW11 5QR
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