Downsell Primary School
63%
Capacity
438
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Downsell Primary School
Downsell 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 438 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Downsell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deena Chetty, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7478th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Downsell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 44 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Downsell Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 9 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Downsell Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Downsell 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 | Downsell Road, London, Waltham Forest, E15 2BS |
| Headteacher | Deena Chetty |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 438 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.2% |
| School Capacity | 438 / 695 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7478th of 13,686
Nationally
1223rd of 1,592
In London
44th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
61%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Downsell Road, London
Waltham Forest, E15 2BS
Journey to School
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