Roger Ascham Primary School
85%
Capacity
407
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Roger Ascham Primary School
Roger Ascham 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 407 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Roger Ascham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robin Desoer, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 91% 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 258th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Roger Ascham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 165 applications for 56 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Roger Ascham Primary School include Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Roger Ascham 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 | 1 Wigton Road, London, Waltham Forest, E17 5HU |
| Headteacher | Robin Desoer |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.4% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 480 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (91%)
258th of 13,686
Nationally
61st of 1,592
In London
6th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
91%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
91%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
165
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
1 Wigton Road, London
Waltham Forest, E17 5HU
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