St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill
94%
Capacity
198
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Windsor and Maidenhead community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Thompson, it falls under Windsor and Maidenhead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7780th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 28 in Windsor and Maidenhead.
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 26 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (58 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Windsor and Maidenhead, St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill is one of the options available in the South East 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 | School Road, Ascot, Windsor and Maidenhead, SL5 7AD |
| Headteacher | Matthew Thompson |
| Local Authority | Windsor and Maidenhead |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7780th of 13,686
Nationally
1119th of 2,034
In South East
16th of 28
In Windsor and Maidenhead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
58 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's CofE Primary School, Sunninghill
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Contact Information
School Road, Ascot
Windsor and Maidenhead, SL5 7AD
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