George Spicer Primary School
93%
Capacity
785
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About George Spicer Primary School
George Spicer Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 785 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 840 places).
Ofsted has rated George Spicer Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dominic Spong, it falls under Enfield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6521st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 59 in Enfield.
George Spicer Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 176 applications for 55 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
George Spicer Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 14 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at George Spicer Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Art Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, George Spicer 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 | Southbury Road, Enfield, Enfield, EN1 1YF |
| Headteacher | Dominic Spong |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 785 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.6% |
| School Capacity | 785 / 840 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6521st of 13,686
Nationally
1103rd of 1,592
In London
40th of 59
In Enfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
176
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southbury Road, Enfield
Enfield, EN1 1YF
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