St John's Wood Primary School
43%
Capacity
190
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St John's Wood Primary School
St John's Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Westminster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (43% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John's Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cory Mclauchlan, it falls under Westminster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2560th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 31 in Westminster.
St John's Wood Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 14 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Wood Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westminster, St John's Wood 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 | Bridgeman Street, London, Westminster, NW8 7AL |
| Headteacher | Cory Mclauchlan |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 446 (43% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2560th of 13,686
Nationally
558th of 1,592
In London
16th of 31
In Westminster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Wood Primary School
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Contact Information
Bridgeman Street, London
Westminster, NW8 7AL
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