St John's CofE Primary School
Enfield, EN2 9BD · Enfield · primary school
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22nd of 61 primary schools in Enfield we can score, 68 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 — 8.5/10 against 4,203 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access yoga and ju-jitsu clubs, alongside netball, tennis, tag rugby, football, and rounders. The school offers a residential outdoor and adventurous week, plus breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 101 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 do not reach the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the residential week? How are places allocated for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about St John's CofE Primary School
Overview
St John’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a “small, caring, family ethos” where pupils are happy and safe. Leaders have created a bespoke curriculum tailored to the school’s unique context as the “smallest school in Enfield,” fostering a calm and focused atmosphere where learning is the priority.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, with a “calm, focused and respectful atmosphere” and no off-task behaviour in lessons.
- Reading is a strength; staff teach phonics consistently, and pupils are developing into “fluent, independent readers” through daily story time and targeted interventions.
- Teachers are knowledgeable and effectively adapt teaching for mixed-year groups, ensuring pupils build on prior learning and talk confidently about their achievements.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported, accessing the same curriculum with tailored adaptations to make progress from their starting points.
- Staff report high morale, describing the school as a “family” and appreciating leaders’ consideration for their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- The full implementation of the bespoke curriculum is not yet firmly embedded due to pandemic delays; only the first year of the two-year cycle has been delivered.
- Leaders need to establish routines for pupils to revisit and reinforce learning from previous years to deepen knowledge and understanding over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear procedures, well-trained staff, and proactive support for vulnerable families to ensure pupils are kept safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 90% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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