Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School
73%
Capacity
328
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School
Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 328 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosie McGlynn, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2103rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 15 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Our Lady and St George's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Shernhall Street, London, Waltham Forest, E17 3EA |
| Headteacher | Rosie McGlynn |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 328 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.7% |
| School Capacity | 328 / 450 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2103rd of 13,686
Nationally
463rd of 1,592
In London
18th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
60
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Shernhall Street, London
Waltham Forest, E17 3EA
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