Victor Seymour Infants' School
92%
Capacity
324
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Victor Seymour Infants' School
Victor Seymour Infants' School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sutton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 324 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 354 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Samantha Morrissy, it falls under Sutton local authority.
Victor Seymour Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 291 applications for 90 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
Victor Seymour Infants' School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Victor Seymour Infants' School include Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sutton, Victor Seymour Infants' 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Denmark Road, Denmark Road, Carshalton, Sutton, SM5 2JE |
| Headteacher | Samantha Morrissy |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Number of Pupils | 324 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 324 / 354 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
65 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
291
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Denmark Road, Denmark Road, Carshalton
Sutton, SM5 2JE
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