Ainslie Wood Primary School
104%
Capacity
437
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Ainslie Wood Primary School
Ainslie Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 437 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ainslie Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Scott, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 824th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Ainslie Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 221 applications for 60 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ainslie Wood Primary School include Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Ainslie Wood Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 140 Ainslie Wood Road, London, Waltham Forest, E4 9DD |
| Headteacher | Kerry Scott |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 437 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 437 / 420 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
824th of 13,686
Nationally
215th of 1,592
In London
9th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
221
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
140 Ainslie Wood Road, London
Waltham Forest, E4 9DD
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