Campsbourne Junior School

About Campsbourne Junior School

Campsbourne Junior School has a strong reputation among local families, as reflected in its popularity and parent satisfaction. The school is oversubscribed, with 210 pupils on roll against a capacity of 240, indicating that demand for places is high. While the data does not include a specific parent recommendation percentage, the combination of a Good Ofsted rating and the fact that it ranks 5th out of 51 primary schools in Haringey suggests a school that parents trust. The headteacher, Charles Soyka, leads a mixed, non-denominational state primary for children aged 7 to 11. The school serves a diverse community, with 20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, which is slightly above the national average. Its popularity is further underlined by its position in the top 10% of schools nationally for KS2 outcomes, making it a sought-after option for families moving into the area.

Academically, Campsbourne Junior School performs well above the local average. In the 2023/24 KS2 assessments, 83% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with the Haringey average of 69%. The school also excels at stretching its highest achievers: 19% reached the higher standard across all three subjects, while 49% achieved a higher score in reading and 43% in maths. Average scaled scores of 109 in both reading and maths are comfortably above the national benchmark of 100. In the local authority rankings, Campsbourne sits 5th out of 51 schools, placing it in the top 10% in Haringey. Nationally, it ranks in the top 8% of all primary schools. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023 confirmed it remains Good, with leadership and management also rated Good. The previous graded inspection in 2013 also rated overall effectiveness as Good, showing consistent standards over time.

The school offers a wide range of facilities that support both learning and wellbeing, including a Forest School, sensory room, library, sports hall, gymnasium and playing fields. Pupils can take part in sports such as netball, football, cricket, tennis, dance and swimming, and there are clubs including art, choir, gardening, film, science and coding. For children with additional needs, the school has specialist provisions for dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder and social, emotional and mental health needs. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is Lift Trinity, 1.3 km away, which may be a useful comparison for families. Campsbourne is a good fit for families who want a well-regarded, mid-sized junior school with strong academic outcomes, a broad extracurricular offer and a clear commitment to inclusion, all within a popular London borough.

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