St Matthew's CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
404
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About St Matthew's CofE Primary School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Kingston upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 404 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Matthew's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pam Dryden, it falls under Kingston upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3460th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 27 in Kingston upon Thames.
St Matthew's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 289 applications for 60 places, making it 4.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 were first-preference applications.
St Matthew's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (147 responses).
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 St Matthew's CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Thames, St Matthew'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Langley Road, Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, KT6 6LW |
| Headteacher | Pam Dryden |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 404 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 404 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3460th of 13,686
Nationally
697th of 1,592
In London
12th of 27
In Kingston upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
147 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
289
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Matthew's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Langley Road, Surbiton
Kingston upon Thames, KT6 6LW
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