Merton Abbey Primary School
89%
Capacity
210
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Merton Abbey Primary School
Merton Abbey 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 210 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Merton Abbey Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Bradley, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8554th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 42 in Merton.
Merton Abbey Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Merton Abbey Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 10 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Merton Abbey Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Merton Abbey 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 | High Path, London, Merton, SW19 2JY |
| Headteacher | Michael Bradley |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.5% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 236 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8554th of 13,686
Nationally
1308th of 1,592
In London
31st of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
58%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Path, London
Merton, SW19 2JY
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