Penwortham Primary School
98%
Capacity
669
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Penwortham Primary School
Penwortham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 669 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 685 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sandie Andrews, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 921st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Penwortham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 243 applications for 90 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Penwortham Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Eco Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Penwortham 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 | Penwortham Road, Streatham, London, Wandsworth, SW16 6RJ |
| Headteacher | Sandie Andrews |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 669 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 669 / 685 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
921st of 13,686
Nationally
240th of 1,592
In London
10th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
83%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
243
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Penwortham Road, Streatham, London
Wandsworth, SW16 6RJ
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