Riverley Primary School
100%
Capacity
450
Pupils
5.1x
Demand
About Riverley Primary School
Riverley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sabrina Reilly, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 97% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 66th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Riverley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 306 applications for 60 places, making it 5.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 94 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Riverley Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Riverley 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Road, London, Waltham Forest, E10 7BZ |
| Headteacher | Sabrina Reilly |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.0% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 450 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (97%)
66th of 13,686
Nationally
9th of 1,592
In London
1st of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
97%
Expected Standard
31%
Higher Standard
'22/23
97%
'23/24
97%
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
6Facilities 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
306
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
94 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Road, London
Waltham Forest, E10 7BZ
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