Chase Lane Primary School
100%
Capacity
676
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Chase Lane Primary School
Chase Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 676 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 678 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chase Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colin Jeffery, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3008th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Chase Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 82 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
Chase Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 13 parents).
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 Chase Lane Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Chase 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | York Road, London, Waltham Forest, E4 8LA |
| Headteacher | Colin Jeffery |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 676 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.4% |
| School Capacity | 676 / 678 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3008th of 13,686
Nationally
628th of 1,592
In London
26th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
74%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed82
180
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
York Road, London
Waltham Forest, E4 8LA
Journey to School
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