Hargrave Park Primary School
88%
Capacity
341
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Hargrave Park Primary School
Hargrave Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 388 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hargrave Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Horton, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3673rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 39 in Islington.
Hargrave Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 34 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Hargrave Park Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Hargrave Park 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 | 0 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 51 Bredgar Road, Archway, London, Islington, N19 5BS |
| Headteacher | Lisa Horton |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.7% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 388 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3673rd of 13,686
Nationally
737th of 1,592
In London
18th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
72%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
51 Bredgar Road, Archway, London
Islington, N19 5BS
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