The Willow Primary School
101%
Capacity
486
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About The Willow Primary School
The Willow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Haringey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 486 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 483 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher CO-HEAD Dawn Ferdinand CO-HEAD Sarah Harris, it falls under Haringey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10206th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 51 in Haringey.
The Willow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 59 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 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 Willow Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Haringey, The Willow 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Adams Road, Tottenham, London, Haringey, N17 6HW |
| Headteacher | CO-HEAD Dawn Ferdinand CO-HEAD Sarah Harris |
| Local Authority | Haringey |
| Number of Pupils | 486 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.3% |
| School Capacity | 486 / 483 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10206th of 13,686
Nationally
1427th of 1,592
In London
44th of 51
In Haringey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
52%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Adams Road, Tottenham, London
Haringey, N17 6HW
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