Yerbury Primary School
99%
Capacity
455
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Yerbury Primary School
Yerbury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Islington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Cassie Moss, it falls under Islington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 991st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 39 in Islington.
Yerbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 246 applications for 60 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 100 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Yerbury Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Islington, Yerbury 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 | Foxham Road, London, Islington, N19 4RR |
| Headteacher | Cassie Moss |
| Local Authority | Islington |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 459 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
991st of 13,686
Nationally
253rd of 1,592
In London
9th of 39
In Islington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
83%
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
246
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
100 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Foxham Road, London
Islington, N19 4RR
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