Anson Primary School
94%
Capacity
398
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Anson Primary School
Anson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 398 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 422 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Anson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Pile, it falls under Brent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8289th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 52 in Brent.
Anson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 52 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Anson Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, Anson 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 | Anson Road, London, Brent, NW2 4AB |
| Headteacher | Simon Pile |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 422 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8289th of 13,686
Nationally
1291st of 1,592
In London
38th of 52
In Brent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
58%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
162
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Anson Road, London
Brent, NW2 4AB
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