Selwyn Primary School
104%
Capacity
708
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Selwyn Primary School
Selwyn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 708 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 680 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Maureen Okoye, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 692nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Selwyn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 255 applications for 90 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Selwyn Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Selwyn 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 105 Selwyn Avenue, London, Waltham Forest, E4 9NE |
| Headteacher | Maureen Okoye |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 708 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 708 / 680 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
692nd of 13,686
Nationally
163rd of 1,592
In London
7th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
86%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
255
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
105 Selwyn Avenue, London
Waltham Forest, E4 9NE
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