Mission Grove Primary School
London, E17 7EJ · Waltham Forest · primary school
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45th of 49 primary schools in Waltham Forest we can score, 51 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.0/10 against 2,668 of them, against 3.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 40% | 0.55 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mission Grove Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.0 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 805 pupils against a stated capacity of 900. 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 literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Mission Grove Primary School
Overview
Mission Grove Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy, enjoy learning, and feel safe within a respectful community. Leaders have developed a creative and ambitious curriculum that supports high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils value the wide range of opportunities, including roles of responsibility, after-school clubs, and ‘Enrichment Fridays’.
- The curriculum is broad, balanced, and carefully planned, with particular strength in early years provision and reading.
- Staff are skilled at supporting children’s learning and language, ensuring pupils with SEND are fully included and receive necessary help.
- Reading is prioritised through high-quality phonics sessions, daily practice, and initiatives like ‘library buses’ to promote pleasure in reading.
- Relationships are based on mutual respect, bullying is rare, and pupils know they can talk to adults if they have worries.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teaching enables pupils to commit core curriculum content to their long-term memory, particularly in subjects with recent changes.
- Leaders and governors should adopt a more strategic approach to identify patterns and trends, rather than focusing solely on operational aspects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a vigilant culture, clear reporting procedures, and timely support for pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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