Heston Primary School
88%
Capacity
414
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Heston Primary School
Heston 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 414 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chandip Behar, it falls under Hounslow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1752nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 44 in Hounslow.
Heston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 167 applications for 40 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heston Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hounslow, Heston 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 | Heston Road, Hounslow, Hounslow, TW5 0QR |
| Headteacher | Chandip Behar |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 472 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1752nd of 13,686
Nationally
406th of 1,592
In London
8th of 44
In Hounslow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
79%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
167
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heston Road, Hounslow
Hounslow, TW5 0QR
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