Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School
128%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School
Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (128% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Philomena Bourne, it falls under Brent local authority.
Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Dollis Hill Avenue, London, Brent, NW2 6EU |
| Headteacher | Philomena Bourne |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 180 (128% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dollis Hill Avenue, London
Brent, NW2 6EU
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