Cannon Lane Primary School
87%
Capacity
734
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Cannon Lane Primary School
Cannon Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 734 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 840 places).
the school is led by headteacher Martin Belfrage, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 799th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 38 in Harrow.
Cannon Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 315 applications for 86 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 93 were first-preference applications.
Cannon Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 11 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (108 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cannon Lane Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Netball, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Cannon Lane 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cannonbury Avenue, Pinner, Harrow, HA5 1TS |
| Headteacher | Martin Belfrage |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 734 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 734 / 840 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
799th of 13,686
Nationally
202nd of 1,592
In London
6th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
108 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
315
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
93 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 Cannon Lane Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Cannonbury Avenue, Pinner
Harrow, HA5 1TS
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