Joseph Hood Primary School
75%
Capacity
352
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Joseph Hood Primary School
Joseph Hood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 352 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Joseph Hood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anita Saville, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8705th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 42 in Merton.
Joseph Hood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 168 applications for 56 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Joseph Hood Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Joseph Hood 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 | Whatley Avenue, London, Merton, SW20 9NS |
| Headteacher | Anita Saville |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 352 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 352 / 472 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8705th of 13,686
Nationally
1322nd of 1,592
In London
33rd of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
57%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
168
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (16% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whatley Avenue, London
Merton, SW20 9NS
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