Tweeddale Primary School
84%
Capacity
398
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Tweeddale Primary School
Tweeddale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sutton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 398 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tweeddale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Walters, it falls under Sutton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12539th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 33 in Sutton.
Tweeddale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 45 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 Tweeddale Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Tweeddale 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Tweeddale Road, Carshalton, Sutton, SM5 1SW |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Walters |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.8% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 472 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12539th of 13,686
Nationally
1557th of 1,592
In London
32nd of 33
In Sutton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
40%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
120
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tweeddale Road, Carshalton
Sutton, SM5 1SW
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