Alma Primary School
88%
Capacity
448
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Alma Primary School
Alma Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 512 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alma Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Thomas, it falls under Enfield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3980th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 59 in Enfield.
Alma Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 54 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alma Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, Alma 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Alma Road, Enfield, Enfield, EN3 4UQ |
| Headteacher | Helen Thomas |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.7% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 512 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3980th of 13,686
Nationally
775th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 59
In Enfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
71%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alma Road, Enfield
Enfield, EN3 4UQ
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