St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
4.8x
Demand
About St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School
St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tonnie Read, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4902nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 39 in Islington.
St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 10 places, making it 4.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Matilda Street, Islington, London, Islington, N1 0LB |
| Headteacher | Tonnie Read |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.4% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4902nd of 13,686
Nationally
895th of 1,592
In London
23rd of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
48
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Matilda Street, Islington, London
Islington, N1 0LB
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