The Priory CofE School
33%
Capacity
179
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About The Priory CofE School
The Priory CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (33% of 538 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Priory CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lesley Steward, it falls under Merton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3342nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 42 in Merton.
The Priory CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 28 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Priory CofE School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Merton, The Priory CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Queens Road, London, Merton, SW19 8LX |
| Headteacher | Lesley Steward |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 538 (33% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3342nd of 13,686
Nationally
679th of 1,592
In London
14th of 42
In Merton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
73%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
120
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (8% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Priory CofE School
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Contact Information
Queens Road, London
Merton, SW19 8LX
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