Norbury School
104%
Capacity
663
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Norbury School
Norbury School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 663 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 640 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Norbury School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Ann Browning, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5329th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 38 in Harrow.
Norbury School is a popular choice with families — it received 251 applications for 90 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Norbury School include ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Norbury 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 | Welldon Crescent, Harrow, Harrow, HA1 1QQ |
| Headteacher | Louise Ann Browning |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 663 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 663 / 640 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5329th of 13,686
Nationally
950th of 1,592
In London
24th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
67%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
251
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
85 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Welldon Crescent, Harrow
Harrow, HA1 1QQ
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