Longfield Primary School
80%
Capacity
670
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Longfield Primary School
Longfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 670 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 840 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Longfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pam Virdee, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5644th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 38 in Harrow.
Longfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 170 applications for 57 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
Longfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 8 parents).
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 Longfield Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Longfield 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 | Duke's Avenue, Harrow, Harrow, HA2 7NZ |
| Headteacher | Pam Virdee |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 670 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 670 / 840 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5644th of 13,686
Nationally
991st of 1,592
In London
26th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
66%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
170
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Longfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Duke's Avenue, Harrow
Harrow, HA2 7NZ
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