St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School
79%
Capacity
186
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School
St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Westminster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 186 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tonnie Read, it falls under Westminster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12562nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 31 in Westminster.
St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 15 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westminster, St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Rowington Close, Paddington, London, Westminster, W2 5TF |
| Headteacher | Tonnie Read |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.8% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 236 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12562nd of 13,686
Nationally
1559th of 1,592
In London
31st of 31
In Westminster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
39%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary Magdalene & St Stephen's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Rowington Close, Paddington, London
Westminster, W2 5TF
Rowington Close, Paddington, London
Westminster, W2 5TF
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