Edinburgh Primary School
29%
Capacity
182
Pupils
6.1x
Demand
About Edinburgh Primary School
Edinburgh Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (29% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Edinburgh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ellie Green, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3622nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Edinburgh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 12 places, making it 6.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Edinburgh Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edinburgh Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Edinburgh 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Queen's Road, London, Waltham Forest, E17 8QR |
| Headteacher | Ellie Green |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 630 (29% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Mar 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3622nd of 13,686
Nationally
728th of 1,592
In London
29th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
72%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
73
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (14% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Edinburgh Primary School
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Contact Information
Queen's Road, London
Waltham Forest, E17 8QR
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