The short version
Above-average SATs results. 86% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 77% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
77%
+15.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
17%
+9.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
+3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+3.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 20 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 202
- Capacity
- 86%
- FSM
- 15.7%
Governance
- Local authority
- Richmond upon Thames
- Head
- Ms Laura Brooks (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
May 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
April 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Full inspection: Good
May 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
June 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
October 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
The Russell School, Petersham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7AH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe German School
Independent · Very close
Grey Court School
Secondary · 818m away
Thomas's College
Independent · 1.0km away
Orleans Park School
Secondary · 1.2km away
The Old Vicarage School
Independent · 1.3km away
Deer Park School
Primary · 1.4km away
Meadlands Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Malden Oaks School and Tuition Service
Pupil referral unit · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
What is The Russell Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The Russell Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Russell Primary School?
The Russell Primary School currently has 202 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Russell Primary School take?
The Russell Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is The Russell Primary School?
The Russell Primary School is in Richmond, TW10 7AH, in the Richmond upon Thames local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Russell Primary School have a sixth form?
No, The Russell Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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