Snaresbrook Primary School
92%
Capacity
451
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About Snaresbrook Primary School
Snaresbrook Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redbridge community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 492 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Snaresbrook Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Hedges, it falls under Redbridge local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 1914th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 50 in Redbridge.
Snaresbrook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 320 applications for 58 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Snaresbrook Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redbridge, Snaresbrook 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 | Meadow Walk, London, Redbridge, E18 2EN |
| Headteacher | Nicola Hedges |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 492 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1914th of 13,686
Nationally
436th of 1,592
In London
18th of 50
In Redbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
78%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
320
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Meadow Walk, London
Redbridge, E18 2EN
Meadow Walk, London
Redbridge, E18 2EN
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