St Mark's CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Mark's CofE Primary School
St Mark's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 252 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mark's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martha Braithwaite, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2342nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 39 in Islington.
St Mark's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
St Mark's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mark's CofE Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, St Mark's 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Sussex Way, London, Islington, N19 4JF |
| Headteacher | Martha Braithwaite |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.3% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 252 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2342nd of 13,686
Nationally
509th of 1,592
In London
14th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mark's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Sussex Way, London
Islington, N19 4JF
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