Winton Primary School
102%
Capacity
250
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Winton Primary School
Winton 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 250 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 244 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Gregory Gray, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 531st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 39 in Islington.
Winton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Winton Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Winton 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 | Killick Street, London, Islington, N1 9AZ |
| Headteacher | Gregory Gray |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 250 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.5% |
| School Capacity | 250 / 244 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
531st of 13,686
Nationally
123rd of 1,592
In London
3rd of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
30%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
87%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Winton Primary School
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Contact Information
Killick Street, London
Islington, N1 9AZ
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