Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
227
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Halpin, it falls under Brent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11443rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 52 in Brent.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 24 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, Our Lady of Lourdes 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wesley Road Hillside, London, Brent, NW10 8PP |
| Headteacher | Marie Halpin |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.6% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 240 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11443rd of 13,686
Nationally
1503rd of 1,592
In London
45th of 52
In Brent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wesley Road Hillside, London
Brent, NW10 8PP
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