Shaftesbury Park Primary School
78%
Capacity
353
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Shaftesbury Park Primary School
Shaftesbury Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 353 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shaftesbury Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Oshunbunmi Richards, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3659th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Shaftesbury Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 39 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shaftesbury Park Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Shaftesbury Park 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashbury Road, London, Wandsworth, SW11 5UW |
| Headteacher | Oshunbunmi Richards |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 353 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.8% |
| School Capacity | 353 / 450 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3659th of 13,686
Nationally
735th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
72%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashbury Road, London
Wandsworth, SW11 5UW
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