Rutherford House School
88%
Capacity
368
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Rutherford House School
Rutherford House School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 368 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Rutherford House School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Farrell, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 403rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Rutherford House School is a popular choice with families — it received 212 applications for 60 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
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 Rutherford House School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Rutherford House 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | 217 Balham High Road, Wandsworth, London, Wandsworth, SW17 7BS |
| Headteacher | Rob Farrell |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 368 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 368 / 420 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
403rd of 13,686
Nationally
96th of 1,592
In London
4th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
89%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
212
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
82 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rutherford House School
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Contact Information
217 Balham High Road, Wandsworth, London
Wandsworth, SW17 7BS
217 Balham High Road, Wandsworth, London
Wandsworth, SW17 7BS
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