Lonesome Primary School
74%
Capacity
309
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Lonesome Primary School
Lonesome 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 309 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lonesome Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nathalie Bull, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9199th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 42 in Merton.
Lonesome Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 27 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Lonesome Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lonesome Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Lonesome 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 | Grove Road, Mitcham, Merton, CR4 1SD |
| Headteacher | Nathalie Bull |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 309 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.4% |
| School Capacity | 309 / 420 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9199th of 13,686
Nationally
1356th of 1,592
In London
34th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
56%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grove Road, Mitcham
Merton, CR4 1SD
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