Edward Wilson Primary School
63%
Capacity
280
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Edward Wilson Primary School
Edward Wilson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Westminster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 280 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Edward Wilson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katy Lawrence, it falls under Westminster 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 2282nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 31 in Westminster.
Edward Wilson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 28 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Edward Wilson Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Westminster, Edward Wilson 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 | Senior Street, London, Westminster, W2 5TL |
| Headteacher | Katy Lawrence |
| Local Authority | Westminster |
| Number of Pupils | 280 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.2% |
| School Capacity | 280 / 448 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2282nd of 13,686
Nationally
497th of 1,592
In London
14th of 31
In Westminster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Senior Street, London
Westminster, W2 5TL
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