West Lodge Primary School
99%
Capacity
640
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About West Lodge Primary School
West Lodge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harrow community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 640 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 648 places).
Ofsted has rated West Lodge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jim Dees, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2781st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 38 in Harrow.
West Lodge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 341 applications for 87 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 101 were first-preference applications.
West Lodge Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Lodge Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, West Lodge 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | West End Lane, Pinner, Harrow, HA5 1AF |
| Headteacher | Jim Dees |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 640 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 640 / 648 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2781st of 13,686
Nationally
588th of 1,592
In London
16th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed87
341
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
101 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West End Lane, Pinner
Harrow, HA5 1AF
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