Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School
76%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School
Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 205 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Elsa Fonseca, it falls under Brent local authority.
Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 61 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 21 Park Avenue, London, Brent, NW2 5AN |
| Headteacher | Elsa Fonseca |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 270 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 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
21 Park Avenue, London
Brent, NW2 5AN
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