Sinai Jewish Primary School
93%
Capacity
645
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Sinai Jewish Primary School
Sinai Jewish Primary School is a state-funded Jewish primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 645 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 690 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Juliette Lipshaw, it falls under Brent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2373rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 52 in Brent.
Sinai Jewish Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 196 applications for 89 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
Sinai Jewish Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (264 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sinai Jewish Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, Sinai Jewish 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 | Jewish |
| Address | Shakespeare Drive, Harrow, Brent, HA3 9UD |
| Headteacher | Juliette Lipshaw |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 645 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 645 / 690 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2373rd of 13,686
Nationally
521st of 1,592
In London
10th of 52
In Brent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
264 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
196
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sinai Jewish Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Shakespeare Drive, Harrow
Brent, HA3 9UD
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