PRIMARY & PREPARATORY SCHOOLS
Chesterton Primary School (Battersea) State primary school rated Outstanding. Located in Battersea, values: pride, resilience, kindness. www.chestertonschool.org.uk Bonneville Primary School (Clapham) State community primary in Clapham, welcoming, diverse, strong sense of community. www.bonneville-primary lambeth.sch.uk Macaulay Church of England Primary School (Clapham) State primary with Christian ethos
in Clapham. Welcoming and supportive environment. www.macaulaycofeschool.co.uk Parkgate House School (Clapham) Independent co-educational prep school & nursery, ages ~2½-11, in Clapham, rated Outstanding in key categories. www.parkgate-school.co.uk Eaton House The Manor School (Clapham) Independent prep school (boys & girls, age ranges approx 2-13/11) located on Clapham Common;
strong heritage and reputation. www.eatonhouseschools.com Clapham Manor Primary School Community state primary in Clapham (SW4), inclusive and vibrant. www.claphammanor. lambeth.sch.uk Shaftesbury Park Primary School Community state primary in Battersea (Ashbury Road, SW11
5UW), good reputation. www.shaftesburypark. wandsworth.sch.uk
TIPS FOR PARENTS
Six Steps To Selecting A School For Your Child
1 Many schools prioritise pupils living nearby, so it is wise to check which schools your potential address falls under. Local authority websites usually provide maps and admissions criteria, while estate agents can also give guidance. 2 Next, review Ofsted inspection reports, which provide a detailed assessment of a school’s teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes. These are available online and give a useful snapshot, though they should be considered alongside other factors rather than in isolation. 3 Visiting schools in person is invaluable. Open days allow you to meet teachers, observe classrooms, and speak with current pupils.
4 Practical considerations are also important. Look at the school’s location, travel time, and after-school provision. For working parents, wraparound care and extracurricular activities can make a significant difference to daily routines. 5 It’s worth asking about class sizes, special educational needs provision, and pastoral support. 6 Finally, talk to other parents in the community. Their insights often reveal what official data
cannot.
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