St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
58%
Capacity
245
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 245 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vanessa Atkinson-Aransiola, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4785th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 42 in Merton.
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 29 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 21 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, St Peter and Paul Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Cricket Green, MITCHAM, Merton, CR4 4LA |
| Headteacher | Vanessa Atkinson-Aransiola |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 420 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4785th of 13,686
Nationally
879th of 1,592
In London
21st of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
69%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Cricket Green, MITCHAM
Merton, CR4 4LA
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