Swaffield School
61%
Capacity
287
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Swaffield School
Swaffield School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 287 pupils on roll, operating at 61% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Swaffield School "Good", the school is led by headteacher J Hamilton, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5792nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
Swaffield School is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 30 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Swaffield School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 9 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Swaffield School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Swaffield 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | St Ann's Hill, London, Wandsworth, SW18 2SA |
| Headteacher | J Hamilton |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.8% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 470 (61% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5792nd of 13,686
Nationally
1014th of 1,592
In London
34th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
162
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (7% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Swaffield School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Ann's Hill, London
Wandsworth, SW18 2SA
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