Lady Margaret Primary School
76%
Capacity
481
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Lady Margaret Primary School
Lady Margaret Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ealing community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 481 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lady Margaret Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Rai, it falls under Ealing local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1222nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 65 in Ealing.
Lady Margaret Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 165 applications for 49 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lady Margaret Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ealing, Lady Margaret 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 | Lady Margaret Road, Southall, Ealing, UB1 2NH |
| Headteacher | Helen Rai |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Number of Pupils | 481 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 481 / 630 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Mar 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1222nd of 13,686
Nationally
304th of 1,592
In London
10th of 65
In Ealing
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
82%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
165
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lady Margaret Road, Southall
Ealing, UB1 2NH
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