St Stephen's C E Primary School
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Stephen's C E Primary School
St Stephen's C E Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Stephen's C E Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Bachour, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 805th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
St Stephen's C E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 177 applications for 59 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
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 Stephen's C E Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, St Stephen's C E 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Winchester Road, Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, TW1 1LF |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Bachour |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
805th of 13,686
Nationally
206th of 1,592
In London
9th of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
84%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
177
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Stephen's C E Primary School
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Contact Information
Winchester Road, Twickenham
Richmond upon Thames, TW1 1LF
Journey to School
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