Whitehall Park School
58%
Capacity
227
Pupils
8.8x
Demand
About Whitehall Park School
Whitehall Park School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitehall Park School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Reay, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8569th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 39 in Islington.
Whitehall Park School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 6 places, making it 8.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Whitehall Park School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Profound & Multiple 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 Whitehall Park School include ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Whitehall Park 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 | None |
| Address | 106 Hornsey Lane, London, Islington, N6 5EP |
| Headteacher | Sally Reay |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.7% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 390 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8569th of 13,686
Nationally
1311th of 1,592
In London
30th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
58%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
53
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (8% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitehall Park School
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Contact Information
106 Hornsey Lane, London
Islington, N6 5EP
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