Singlegate Primary School
95%
Capacity
648
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Singlegate Primary School
Singlegate 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 648 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Nathalie Bull, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2279th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 42 in Merton.
Singlegate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 233 applications for 85 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
Singlegate Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.8/5 from 6 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 Singlegate Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, Singlegate 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 | South Gardens, London, Merton, SW19 2NT |
| Headteacher | Nathalie Bull |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 648 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.0% |
| School Capacity | 648 / 682 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2279th of 13,686
Nationally
496th of 1,592
In London
10th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
77%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed85
233
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Singlegate Primary School
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Contact Information
South Gardens, London
Merton, SW19 2NT
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