Anson Primary School
London, NW2 4AB · Brent · primary school
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23rd of 51 primary schools in Brent we can score, 59 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.4/10 against 2,274 of them, against 6.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Anson Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join skateboarding, cricket, gymnastics, debate, chess, Spanish, film, football, badminton, table tennis, crochet, baking, rock steady music, and choir clubs. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 418 pupils against a stated capacity of 422. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the curriculum support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard? What specific support is available for children joining the debate or film clubs?
What Ofsted said about Anson Primary School
Overview
Anson Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "nurturing" environment where a "strong sense of community thrives." Pupils are "happy, confident and creative," benefiting from a "calm and purposeful" atmosphere and high expectations for behaviour.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious" and "well organised," introducing knowledge in a "logical manner" across subjects like mathematics and physical education.
- Reading is a clear priority with an "effective reading programme" that ensures pupils become "fluent readers" who demonstrate a "love of reading."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "extremely well supported" and "fully included in lessons" within "inclusive" classrooms.
- Staff build "positive relationships" with pupils and families, while governors provide "appropriate support and challenge."
- Attendance has improved due to leaders being "tenacious in investigating absences" and following up carefully.
Areas to improve
- In "a few subjects," curriculum thinking requires refinement to ensure teaching "builds successfully on prior learning" so pupils can consolidate knowledge.
- The school must continue to "identify and sequence the most important knowledge in each subject" to help pupils "revisit and build on their knowledge and skills over time."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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