Dairy Meadow Primary School
81%
Capacity
401
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Dairy Meadow Primary School
Dairy Meadow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ealing community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 401 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dairy Meadow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Reed, it falls under Ealing local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2242nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 65 in Ealing.
Dairy Meadow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 22 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Dairy Meadow Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 16 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dairy Meadow Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ealing, Dairy Meadow 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 | Swift Road, Dairy Meadow Primary School, Southall, Ealing, UB2 4RP |
| Headteacher | Alison Reed |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Number of Pupils | 401 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.3% |
| School Capacity | 401 / 498 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2242nd of 13,686
Nationally
493rd of 1,592
In London
21st of 65
In Ealing
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
77%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Swift Road, Dairy Meadow Primary School, Southall
Ealing, UB2 4RP
Swift Road, Dairy Meadow Primary School, Southall
Ealing, UB2 4RP
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