Links Primary School
61%
Capacity
322
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Links Primary School
Links 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 322 pupils on roll, operating at 61% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Links Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Roughley, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11066th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 42 in Merton.
Links Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Links Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 12 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Links Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Links 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 | Frinton Road, London, Merton, SW17 9EH |
| Headteacher | Martin Roughley |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 524 (61% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11066th of 13,686
Nationally
1484th of 1,592
In London
40th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
49%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 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 Links Primary School
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Contact Information
Frinton Road, London
Merton, SW17 9EH
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