William Morris Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Recreation Way, Mitcham, CR4 1PJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

William Morris Primary School is a primary school in Merton for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 72 schools in Merton. It ranks 29th of 42 primary schools in Merton. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2017.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 8 February 2017, report published 24 March 2017

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 1 March 2022

This is a happy school that sits at the heart of the community. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They work hard and behave well. Pupils are safe and are well cared for. Leaders celebrate individuality and diversity through their vision of 'strength through difference'. They have created an environment with high ambitions for every pupil. Pupils respond to these expectations very well. They say that adults have 'a great influence on us to have a positive future'. Pupils always display positive attitudes to their learning and get on with their work quickly. They work hard and achieve well. Pupils get on with each other when discussing their work and in the playground. They know what bullying is and say that it does not happen. They know that the adults will listen to them and help if they are worried about anything. Pupils have lots of opportunities to be involved in school life. Their opinions are important to leaders. Pupils are keen to take on responsibilities and are proud of the work they do to help others. The head girl and the head boy led the design of a healthy lunch menu that is very popular. Eco-warriors make sure everyone knows about the recycling of plastics and paper. There are a range of clubs beyond the school day, such as Taekwondo and gymnastics. Pupils also have residential trips that enhance their learning in class.

What the school should improve

  • Sometimes, pupils with SEND do not get enough individual support during whole class sessions to be clear about their learning. Occasionally, this can prevent pupils from learning the knowledge and skills that leaders expect. Leaders should share examples of good practice in school more widely and, in turn, help pupils overcome barriers to learning.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

30 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths67%

67%, 5 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths7%

7%, 1 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score107

107, 1 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score106

106, 1 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

270 pupils on roll, with places for 472

Eligible for free school meals41.1%

41.1%, 14.6 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language51.9%

51.9%, 30.3 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support13%

13%, 1.8 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan4.8%

4.8%, 1.2 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near William Morris Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Harris Primary Academy Merton0.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding78% met the expected standard
The Sherwood School0.4 milesOfsted: Good64% met the expected standard
Norbury Manor Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good55% met the expected standard
Gonville Academy0.7 milesOfsted: Good80% met the expected standard
Winterbourne Junior Girls' School0.8 milesOfsted: Good89% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Community school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mrs Nathalie Bull
Address
Recreation Way, Mitcham, CR4 1PJ
Local authority
Merton
URN
102661

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.