Thomas's Clapham[1]

Results

No published data for this school.

Ofsted

No published data for this school.

Competition to get in

Admissions

Places (published admission number), 4+ entry

84 2026-10-14[2]

Character & practicalities

Type

Other independent school[1]

Ages

4–13[1]

Boys / girls

Mixed[1]

Admissions

Non-selective[1]

Sixth form

No[1]

Boarding

No boarders[1]

Capacity

680[1]

Local authority

Wandsworth[1]

Website

https://www.thomas-s.co.uk[1]

District

Wandsworth[3]

Postcode

SW11 6JZ[1]

URN

130398[1]

School details as recorded in Get Information About Schools on 14 Oct 2026.

Pupils

Number on roll

653 2024/25[4]

SEN support

13.9% 2024/25[4]

EHC plan

0.5% 2024/25[4]

Free school meals in the last 6 years

0% 2024/25[4]

Practicalities

Admissions contact

The contact details for admissions at Thomas's Clapham include the provided URL, email, and phone number. 2026-10-14[5]

Occasional places

Entry into Years 1 to 6 is through occasional places. Entry Sept 2027[2]

Open events

The school lists a Year 7 Entry Showround on 7 October 2026 and School Tours on 8 October 2026 and 4 November 2026, all with the same booking URL. Entry Sept 2027[6]

Routes to senior schools

No preferential route at 11+/13+

Each year, Thomas’s Clapham pupils move on to some of the UK’s top senior schools, often with scholarships and awards across academic, artistic and sporting fields. 2026-10-14[7]

In the inspectors' and the school's words

Academic

Leaders’ relentless focus on this system for school improvement is a significant strength. teachers plan lessons that extend vocabulary, deepen pupils’ thinking through questioning and are adapted to challenge all pupils[8]

Warmth

Positive and nurturing relationships between staff and pupils foster a sense of trust and respect. Leaders foster an inclusive culture of kindness and respect.[8]

Pastoral care

Pupils can drop in with selected staff at agreed times Leaders also employ qualified staff and counsellors who can offer dedicated support.[8]

Behaviour

As a result, pupils are well behaved and act responsibly. As a result, they are mindful and courteous as they move around the school site.[8]

Learning support

Leaders make effective use of links with external agencies such as occupational therapy and speech and language therapists. Learning tasks are adapted appropriately, in accordance with individualised support plans[8]

Enrichment

Leaders’ commitment to the holistic development of the individual is evident in a rich co-curricular and enrichment programme. Clubs are offered to all year groups at various times before and after school and also through the school day.[8]

Pupil voice

They understand that they have powerful voices that can have an impact and make a difference their contribution through the school council to redecorate the upper corridor[8]

Independence

Pupils are encouraged to express their individual thoughts and opinions when contributing in lessons and debates. A baccalaureate curriculum for older pupils broadens their skills and preparation for their futures.[8]

Structure

Pupils understand the school’s four rules: be safe, be kind, be calm and be ready, and abide by them conscientiously. Pupils understand the ‘steps’ framework and the associated sanctions.[8]

Diversity

Teachers provide a curriculum where inclusion is a focus and diversity is celebrated, so that pupils confidently explore difference.[8]

Sport

Pupils also enjoy the many opportunities to represent the school in competitive fixtures in different sports.[8]

Performing arts

work towards an external qualification, such as London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and dance examinations as well as music ensembles and creative opportunities[8]