The Vineyard School
91%
Capacity
575
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About The Vineyard School
The Vineyard School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 575 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated The Vineyard School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Frances Bracegirdle, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% 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 769th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
The Vineyard School is a popular choice with families — it received 231 applications for 60 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
The Vineyard School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Vineyard School include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, The Vineyard 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Friars Stile Road, Richmond, Richmond upon Thames, TW10 6NE |
| Headteacher | Frances Bracegirdle |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 575 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.1% |
| School Capacity | 575 / 630 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
769th of 13,686
Nationally
190th of 1,592
In London
6th of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
85%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
231
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Vineyard School
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Contact Information
Friars Stile Road, Richmond
Richmond upon Thames, TW10 6NE
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