Canonbury Primary School
London, N1 2UT · Islington · primary school
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14th of 38 primary schools in Islington we can score, 39 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 — 9.3/10 against 1,275 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Canonbury Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join tennis, badminton, handball, tag rugby, football, hockey, rounders, and basketball clubs, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 441 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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 school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Canonbury Primary School
Overview
Canonbury Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils love their environment and staff maintain high expectations. The report highlights a well-planned curriculum that builds complexity over time, with particular strength in reading and mathematics. Leaders prioritise pupil well-being and provide rich opportunities for cultural and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, enjoy learning, and value visits to the library, where they borrow books to take home.
- The curriculum is "well planned and sequenced," starting with early years foundations and building in complexity, particularly in history and mathematics.
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, using "well-selected resources" and working closely with external specialists.
- Leaders provide opportunities for pupils to develop vocabulary and take on responsibilities, such as serving as school-council representatives.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders, who help manage workloads and foster a positive culture.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the new phonics programme is "firmly embedded throughout the school" to consistently assess its impact on reading development.
- In a few foundation subjects, leaders must ensure teachers check precisely what pupils have learned to address gaps and prevent misconceptions.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and knowing how to report concerns, while leaders build effective relationships with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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