The Welldon Park Academy
67%
Capacity
423
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About The Welldon Park Academy
The Welldon Park Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 423 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Welldon Park Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Bates, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9627th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 38 in Harrow.
The Welldon Park Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 128 applications for 53 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 The Welldon Park Academy include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, The Welldon Park Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wyvenhoe Road, Harrow, Harrow, HA2 8LS |
| Headteacher | Rachel Bates |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.3% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 630 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9627th of 13,686
Nationally
1380th of 1,592
In London
37th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
54%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
128
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wyvenhoe Road, Harrow
Harrow, HA2 8LS
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