Muswell Hill Primary School
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
5.8x
Demand
About Muswell Hill Primary School
Muswell Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Haringey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Muswell Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Howells, it falls under Haringey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2411th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 51 in Haringey.
Muswell Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 349 applications for 60 places, making it 5.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Muswell Hill Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Haringey, Muswell Hill 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 | Muswell Hill, London, Haringey, N10 3ST |
| Headteacher | Amanda Howells |
| Local Authority | Haringey |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2411th of 13,686
Nationally
530th of 1,592
In London
19th of 51
In Haringey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
92%
'23/24
76%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
349
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Muswell Hill, London
Haringey, N10 3ST
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