Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre
103%
Capacity
525
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre
Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 525 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 508 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sandeep McNicholl, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1498th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 39 in Islington.
Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre is a popular choice with families — it received 269 applications for 60 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (174 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre 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 | 0 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Blackstock Road, London, Islington, N4 2DR |
| Headteacher | Sandeep McNicholl |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 525 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.8% |
| School Capacity | 525 / 508 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1498th of 13,686
Nationally
360th of 1,592
In London
12th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
174 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
269
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre
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Contact Information
Blackstock Road, London
Islington, N4 2DR
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