St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Tania Hunt, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 397th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 38 in Harrow.
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 225 applications for 58 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 74 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 St Anselm's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, St Anselm's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Roxborough Park, Harrow, Harrow, HA1 3BE |
| Headteacher | Tania Hunt |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
397th of 13,686
Nationally
94th of 1,592
In London
3rd of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
32%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
89%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
225
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
74 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Roxborough Park, Harrow
Harrow, HA1 3BE
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