Rushy Meadow Primary Academy

URN: 144544 • Carshalton SM5 2SG

Overview

Name
Rushy Meadow Primary Academy
URN
144544
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CIRRUS PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Needham (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02086697588
Website
Visit
Address
Rushy Meadow Lane, Carshalton SM5 2SG

Summary

Rushy Meadow Primary Academy is a two-form-entry primary school located in a quiet residential area of Carshalton, within the London Borough of Sutton. As part of the Cirrus Primary Academy Trust, the school serves a diverse community and is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils, including a dedicated base for deaf students.

The academy aims to nurture children's curiosity and creativity through a broad and engaging curriculum that challenges students to become independent learners. With a current enrolment of 364 pupils and a capacity of 472, the school actively promotes a sense of belonging among students, families, and the wider community.

Rushy Meadow prioritises collaboration with parents and guardians, offering regular updates through newsletters and opportunities for involvement in school events. The school’s ethos centres on creating a supportive and happy community where every child can thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at [Rushy Meadow Primary Academy](https://www.rushymeadowprimary.uk/).

Key details

LA
Sutton
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CIRRUS PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
472
Pupils
364
Boys
181
Girls
183
FSM %
34.60
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Surrey

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 364 181 183 472 34.60
2024-09-11 380 195 185 472 36.70
2023-09-11 375 181 194 472 36.30
2022-09-11 375 181 194 472 36.30
2021-09-11 338 168 170 472 41.30
2020-09-11 344 173 171 472 32.90

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