Rotherfield Primary School
72%
Capacity
302
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Rotherfield Primary School
Rotherfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 302 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rotherfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nia Silverwood, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3212th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 39 in Islington.
Rotherfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rotherfield Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Gardening, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Rotherfield 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 | Rotherfield Street, London, Islington, N1 3EE |
| Headteacher | Nia Silverwood |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.9% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 420 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3212th of 13,686
Nationally
663rd of 1,592
In London
17th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
73%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
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
Rotherfield Street, London
Islington, N1 3EE
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