St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
624
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
St John Fisher 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 624 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Nina Pignatiello, 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 353rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 38 in Harrow.
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 261 applications for 89 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John Fisher Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, St John Fisher 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 | Melrose Road, Pinner, Harrow, HA5 5RA |
| Headteacher | Nina Pignatiello |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 624 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 624 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
353rd of 13,686
Nationally
82nd of 1,592
In London
2nd 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
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
261
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
80 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Melrose Road, Pinner
Harrow, HA5 5RA
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