Tufnell Park Primary School
95%
Capacity
458
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Tufnell Park Primary School
Tufnell Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 484 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tufnell Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Scarborough, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2145th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 39 in Islington.
Tufnell Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 181 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 Tufnell Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Tufnell Park 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | 31 Carleton Road, London, Islington, N7 0HJ |
| Headteacher | Martin Scarborough |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.2% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 484 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2145th of 13,686
Nationally
471st of 1,592
In London
13th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
77%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
181
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
31 Carleton Road, London
Islington, N7 0HJ
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