St Mark's Primary School
78%
Capacity
223
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About St Mark's Primary School
St Mark's 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 223 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Ania Kennedy, it falls under Merton 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 2390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 42 in Merton.
St Mark's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 29 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Mark's Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 11 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mark's Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Drama, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, St Mark's 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 | St Mark's Road, Mitcham, Merton, CR4 2LF |
| Headteacher | Ania Kennedy |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.3% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 286 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2390th of 13,686
Nationally
524th of 1,592
In London
12th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mark's Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Mark's Road, Mitcham
Merton, CR4 2LF
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