Houndsfield Primary School
66%
Capacity
473
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Houndsfield Primary School
Houndsfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 473 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Houndsfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Jenkin, it falls under Enfield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8540th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 59 in Enfield.
Houndsfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 44 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Houndsfield Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, Houndsfield 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 | Ripon Road, London, Enfield, N9 7RE |
| Headteacher | Robert Jenkin |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 473 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.5% |
| School Capacity | 473 / 720 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8540th of 13,686
Nationally
1306th of 1,592
In London
47th of 59
In Enfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
58%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ripon Road, London
Enfield, N9 7RE
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