South Grove Primary School
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About South Grove Primary School
South Grove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Haringey community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Murray, it falls under Haringey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7328th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 51 in Haringey.
South Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
South Grove Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Grove Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Haringey, South Grove 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 | South Grove, London, Haringey, N15 5QE |
| Headteacher | Emma Murray |
| Local Authority | Haringey |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.4% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7328th of 13,686
Nationally
1205th of 1,592
In London
40th of 51
In Haringey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
South Grove, London
Haringey, N15 5QE
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