Gifford Primary School
97%
Capacity
911
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Gifford Primary School
Gifford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ealing community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 911 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 944 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Wilson, it falls under Ealing local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2492nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 65 in Ealing.
Gifford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 243 applications for 120 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 144 were first-preference applications.
Gifford Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gifford Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ealing, Gifford 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 | Greenhill Gardens, Northolt, Ealing, UB5 6BU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Wilson |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Number of Pupils | 911 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.8% |
| School Capacity | 911 / 944 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2492nd of 13,686
Nationally
544th of 1,592
In London
27th of 65
In Ealing
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
76%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed120
243
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
144 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greenhill Gardens, Northolt
Ealing, UB5 6BU
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