Duncombe Primary School
91%
Capacity
438
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Duncombe Primary School
Duncombe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 438 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Duncombe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martha Braithwaite, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 39 in Islington.
Duncombe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 40 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
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 Duncombe Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Duncombe 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sussex Way, London, Islington, N19 4JA |
| Headteacher | Martha Braithwaite |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 438 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.8% |
| School Capacity | 438 / 480 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
918th of 13,686
Nationally
238th of 1,592
In London
8th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
83%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sussex Way, London
Islington, N19 4JA
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