Grove Road Primary School
99%
Capacity
234
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Grove Road Primary School
Grove Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hounslow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grove Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Grace Beckford, it falls under Hounslow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9167th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 44 in Hounslow.
Grove Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 30 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Grove Road Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 19 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grove Road Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hounslow, Grove Road 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 | Cromwell Road, Hounslow, Hounslow, TW3 3QQ |
| Headteacher | Grace Beckford |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 236 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9167th of 13,686
Nationally
1353rd of 1,592
In London
40th of 44
In Hounslow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
148
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grove Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Cromwell Road, Hounslow
Hounslow, TW3 3QQ
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