Priestmead Primary School and Nursery
99%
Capacity
880
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Priestmead Primary School and Nursery
Priestmead Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 880 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 892 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Amy Creamer, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1545th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 38 in Harrow.
Priestmead Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 341 applications for 119 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 151 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Priestmead Primary School and Nursery include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, Priestmead Primary School and Nursery 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 | Hartford Avenue, Harrow, Harrow, HA3 8SZ |
| Headteacher | Amy Creamer |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 880 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 880 / 892 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1545th of 13,686
Nationally
365th of 1,592
In London
13th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed119
341
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
151 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hartford Avenue, Harrow
Harrow, HA3 8SZ
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