Glebe Primary School
85%
Capacity
580
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Glebe Primary School
Glebe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 580 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Glebe Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sash Hamidi, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7615th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 38 in Harrow.
Glebe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 124 applications for 50 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Glebe Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Football, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Glebe 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 | Glebe Avenue, Harrow, Harrow, HA3 9LF |
| Headteacher | Sash Hamidi |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 580 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 580 / 682 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7615th of 13,686
Nationally
1238th of 1,592
In London
35th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
60%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
124
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glebe Avenue, Harrow
Harrow, HA3 9LF
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