Bruce Grove Primary School
80%
Capacity
312
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Bruce Grove Primary School
Bruce Grove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Haringey community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 390 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bruce Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Janice George, it falls under Haringey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7094th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 51 in Haringey.
Bruce Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Bruce Grove Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Haringey, Bruce Grove 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 | Sperling Road, London, Haringey, N17 6UH |
| Headteacher | Janice George |
| Local Authority | Haringey |
| Number of Pupils | 312 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.2% |
| School Capacity | 312 / 390 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7094th of 13,686
Nationally
1178th of 1,592
In London
39th of 51
In Haringey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
62%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sperling Road, London
Haringey, N17 6UH
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