Handsworth Primary School
107%
Capacity
449
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Handsworth Primary School
Handsworth Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 449 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Handsworth Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Nairne, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4711th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Handsworth Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 216 applications for 58 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
Handsworth Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 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 Handsworth Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Handsworth 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 | Handsworth Avenue, London, Waltham Forest, E4 9PJ |
| Headteacher | Claire Nairne |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 449 / 420 (107% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4711th of 13,686
Nationally
867th of 1,592
In London
34th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
69%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
216
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Handsworth Avenue, London
Waltham Forest, E4 9PJ
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