Robert Blair School and Children's Centre
87%
Capacity
219
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Robert Blair School and Children's Centre
Robert Blair School and Children's Centre is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 251 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Robert Blair School and Children's Centre "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Liney, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10185th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 39 in Islington.
Robert Blair School and Children's Centre is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 24 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Robert Blair School and Children's Centre parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 53% recommending the school (40 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Robert Blair School and Children's Centre include Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Robert Blair School and Children's Centre 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 | 0 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brewery Road, London, Islington, N7 9QJ |
| Headteacher | Sara Liney |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.6% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 251 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10185th of 13,686
Nationally
1425th of 1,592
In London
34th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Robert Blair School and Children's Centre
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Contact Information
Brewery Road, London
Islington, N7 9QJ
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