St James's Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
665
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St James's Catholic Primary School
St James's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 665 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 689 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ciaran Beatty, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% 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 271st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
St James's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 222 applications for 89 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 96 were first-preference applications.
St James's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (229 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James's Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, St James's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 260 Stanley Road, Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, TW2 5NP |
| Headteacher | Ciaran Beatty |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 665 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.7% |
| School Capacity | 665 / 689 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
271st of 13,686
Nationally
63rd of 1,592
In London
4th of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
28%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
229 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
222
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
96 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
260 Stanley Road, Twickenham
Richmond upon Thames, TW2 5NP
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