Derwentwater Primary School
86%
Capacity
429
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Derwentwater Primary School
Derwentwater 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 429 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 500 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Derwentwater Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher V L R Nicholas, it falls under Ealing local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6852nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 65 in Ealing.
Derwentwater Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Derwentwater Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 12 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (112 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Derwentwater Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ealing, Derwentwater 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 | Shakespeare Road, London, Ealing, W3 6SA |
| Headteacher | V L R Nicholas |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Number of Pupils | 429 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.9% |
| School Capacity | 429 / 500 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6852nd of 13,686
Nationally
1141st of 1,592
In London
51st of 65
In Ealing
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
112 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Derwentwater Primary School
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Contact Information
Shakespeare Road, London
Ealing, W3 6SA
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