Knollmead Primary School
101%
Capacity
239
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Knollmead Primary School
Knollmead Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kingston upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher David Tan, it falls under Kingston upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4710th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 27 in Kingston upon Thames.
Knollmead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 26 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Knollmead Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Knollmead Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Thames, Knollmead 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 | Knollmead, Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, KT5 9QP |
| Headteacher | David Tan |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.3% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 236 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4710th of 13,686
Nationally
866th of 1,592
In London
16th of 27
In Kingston upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Knollmead Primary School
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Contact Information
Knollmead, Surbiton
Kingston upon Thames, KT5 9QP
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