Brimsdown Primary School
72%
Capacity
494
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Brimsdown Primary School
Brimsdown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 494 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brimsdown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Pope, it falls under Enfield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9294th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 59 in Enfield.
Brimsdown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 53 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brimsdown Primary School include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, Brimsdown 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 | Green Street, Enfield, Enfield, EN3 7NA |
| Headteacher | Stuart Pope |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 494 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.8% |
| School Capacity | 494 / 690 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9294th of 13,686
Nationally
1359th of 1,592
In London
50th of 59
In Enfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Green Street, Enfield
Enfield, EN3 7NA
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