St Mary's CofE Primary School
78%
Capacity
163
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School
St Mary's 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 163 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mr Anthony David, 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 4796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 39 in Islington.
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 12 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
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 Mary's CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, St Mary'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Fowler Road, London, Islington, N1 2EP |
| Headteacher | Mr Anthony David |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 163 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.8% |
| School Capacity | 163 / 210 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4796th of 13,686
Nationally
882nd of 1,592
In London
22nd 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
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
68%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 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 Mary's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Fowler Road, London
Islington, N1 2EP
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