Greenleaf Primary School
96%
Capacity
455
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Greenleaf Primary School
Greenleaf Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greenleaf Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sohana Qureshi, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1358th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Greenleaf Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 289 applications for 59 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 79 were first-preference applications.
Greenleaf Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 15 parents).
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 Greenleaf Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Greenleaf 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 | 80 Greenleaf Road, London, Waltham Forest, E17 6QW |
| Headteacher | Sohana Qureshi |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 472 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1358th of 13,686
Nationally
335th of 1,592
In London
12th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
81%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
289
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
79 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
80 Greenleaf Road, London
Waltham Forest, E17 6QW
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