Cherry Lane Primary School
93%
Capacity
640
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Cherry Lane Primary School
Cherry Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hillingdon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 640 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 690 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cherry Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher N Tranter, it falls under Hillingdon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13002nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 55 in Hillingdon.
Cherry Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 68 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 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 Cherry Lane Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hillingdon, Cherry 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 | Sipson Road, West Drayton, Hillingdon, UB7 9DL |
| Headteacher | N Tranter |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Number of Pupils | 640 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.2% |
| School Capacity | 640 / 690 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13002nd of 13,686
Nationally
1572nd of 1,592
In London
54th of 55
In Hillingdon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
34%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed68
186
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sipson Road, West Drayton
Hillingdon, UB7 9DL
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