Lea Valley Primary School
89%
Capacity
402
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Lea Valley Primary School
Lea Valley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Haringey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 402 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lea Valley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Dactylides, it falls under Haringey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10804th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 51 in Haringey.
Lea Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 35 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Lea Valley Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 7 parents).
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 Lea Valley Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Haringey, Lea Valley 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 | Somerford Grove, London, Haringey, N17 0PT |
| Headteacher | Maria Dactylides |
| Local Authority | Haringey |
| Number of Pupils | 402 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.1% |
| School Capacity | 402 / 450 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10804th of 13,686
Nationally
1464th of 1,592
In London
46th of 51
In Haringey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
50%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lea Valley Primary School
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Contact Information
Somerford Grove, London
Haringey, N17 0PT
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