Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Merton 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 74 schools across Merton. Updated with 2025–26 data.

74
Total schools
16
Outstanding
22%
Outstanding rate
70.8%
Avg KS2 SATs
39.9
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 The Rowans School
Not applicable
95 View school
🥈 The Study Preparatory School
Not applicable
95 View school
🥉 Wimbledon Common Preparatory School
Not applicable
95 View school
4. Perseid School
Not applicable
Outstanding 95 View school
5. Oak Tree Primary School
Not applicable
Requires Improvement 95 View school
6. Park Academy
Primary
Outstanding 95 View school
7. Wimbledon High School GDST
Not applicable
90 View school
8. Bishop Gilpin CofE Primary School
Primary
Outstanding 87 View school
9. Harris Primary Academy Merton
Primary
Outstanding 87 View school
10. Wimbledon Park Primary School
Primary
Outstanding 85 View school
11. Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Primary
Outstanding 85 View school
12. Singlegate Primary School
Primary
Outstanding 85 View school
13. Harris Academy Wimbledon
Secondary
Outstanding 83 View school
14. Aragon Primary School
Primary
Good 83 View school
15. Hollymount School
Primary
Good 82 View school
16. Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Primary
Good 82 View school
17. Wimbledon Chase Primary School
Primary
Good 80 View school
18. Canterbury Campus and Lavender Campus
Not applicable
Good 80 View school
19. Liberty Woodland School
Not applicable
Requires Improvement 80 View school
20. St John Fisher RC Primary School
Primary
Good 80 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Merton?
There are 74 primary & secondary schools in Merton, of which 16 (22%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Merton?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Merton is The Rowans School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Merton?
Primary and secondary school applications in Merton are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Merton council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Merton?
22% of primary & secondary schools in Merton are rated Outstanding and 62% are rated Good. 82.4% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.