The Alton School

URN: 101033 • London SW15 4PD

Overview

Name
The Alton School
URN
101033
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ruth Hudson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Danebury Avenue, London SW15 4PD

Summary

The Alton School is a community primary school located in Roehampton, London, with a current enrolment of 217 pupils and a capacity of 260. It operates as a mixed-gender school and offers a full-time nursery for children aged 3 and above. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted as of January 2025, highlighting its inclusive environment and commitment to fostering pupils' development and well-being.

The school is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing learning atmosphere, encouraging children to become excellent learners. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and well-resourced, promoting independent learning and critical thinking. The Alton School also hosts a SEND Resource Base, The Woodland Centre, which supports children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated learning difficulties.

As part of the Quality First Education Trust, The Alton School emphasizes community involvement and parental engagement through initiatives like the Friends of the Alton PTA. The school promotes the UNICEF Rights Respecting School framework, teaching children about their rights and responsibilities, fostering a sense of empathy and social awareness.

Key details

LA
Wandsworth
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
260
Pupils
217
Boys
110
Girls
105
FSM %
32.30
Open date
Close date
2017-07-31
Last Ofsted
2016-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 217 110 105 260 32.30
2024-09-11 217 110 105 260 32.30
2023-09-11 217 110 105 260 32.30
2022-09-11 217 110 105 260 32.30
2021-09-11 217 110 105 260 32.30
2020-09-11 217 110 105 260 32.30

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