Forty Hill CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
221
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Forty Hill CofE Primary School
Forty Hill CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 234 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Forty Hill CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Sheehan, it falls under Enfield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1756th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 59 in Enfield.
Forty Hill CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 30 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Forty Hill CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, Forty Hill CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Forty Hill, Enfield, Enfield, EN2 9EY |
| Headteacher | Michelle Sheehan |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 234 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1756th of 13,686
Nationally
407th of 1,592
In London
10th of 59
In Enfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
79%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
111
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Forty Hill, Enfield
Enfield, EN2 9EY
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