Yardley Primary School
102%
Capacity
521
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Yardley Primary School
Yardley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 521 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 510 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Chris Evans, it falls under Waltham Forest local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 95% 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 92nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Yardley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 208 applications for 89 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 99 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Yardley Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Yardley 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 | Hawkwood Crescent, London, Waltham Forest, E4 7PH |
| Headteacher | Chris Evans |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 521 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 521 / 510 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (95%)
92nd of 13,686
Nationally
18th of 1,592
In London
2nd of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
95%
Expected Standard
36%
Higher Standard
'22/23
94%
'23/24
95%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
208
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
99 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
Hawkwood Crescent, London
Waltham Forest, E4 7PH
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