West Hill Primary School
74%
Capacity
155
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About West Hill Primary School
West Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 155 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Milsom, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10727th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 55 in Wandsworth.
West Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 31 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Hill Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, West Hill 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 | 5 Merton Road, London, Wandsworth, SW18 5ST |
| Headteacher | Richard Milsom |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 155 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.5% |
| School Capacity | 155 / 210 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10727th of 13,686
Nationally
1458th of 1,592
In London
48th of 55
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
50%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
5 Merton Road, London
Wandsworth, SW18 5ST
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