Nightingale Primary School
97%
Capacity
692
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Nightingale Primary School
Nightingale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redbridge community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 692 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 710 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nightingale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Lynam, it falls under Redbridge local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% 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 734th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 50 in Redbridge.
Nightingale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 357 applications for 90 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 were first-preference applications.
Nightingale Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.7/5 from 17 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nightingale Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redbridge, Nightingale 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 | Ashbourne Avenue, London, Redbridge, E18 1PL |
| Headteacher | Clare Lynam |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Number of Pupils | 692 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 692 / 710 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
734th of 13,686
Nationally
179th of 1,592
In London
8th of 50
In Redbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
85%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
357
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
85 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nightingale Primary School
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Contact Information
Ashbourne Avenue, London
Redbridge, E18 1PL
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