Sybourn Primary School
London, E17 8HA · Waltham Forest · primary school
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12th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.7/10 against 2,328 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 31.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.46 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sybourn Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 31.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Board Games, Computing, Book Club, Lego Club, Creative Club, Tasty Treats, and Spanish/Languages clubs. Sports include Table Tennis, Football, and Netball, while arts activities feature Choir and Signing. Year 6 pupils visit PGL, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 521 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current academic year? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Sybourn Primary School
Overview
Leaders ensure that all pupils can excel, maintaining "high expectations for every pupil" and enabling them to be "highly motivated to learn." The school fosters an environment where pupils are "extremely hardworking, polite and kind," with "exceptionally positive" working relationships between staff and learners.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils," featuring "excellent support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)" and progressive knowledge building.
- Teachers possess "excellent subject knowledge," deliver content clearly, and systematically check for understanding to address misconceptions quickly.
- Phonics teaching has a "high level of consistency," with staff providing "precise and highly effective support" to ensure pupils read with fluency and confidence.
- Pupils benefit from a "wide range of extra opportunities," including enrichment activities in music, coding, yoga, and student leadership groups.
- Leaders have created an "exceptional professional development programme" for staff, identifying individual training needs to ensure high skill levels.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff are well trained, vigilant in reporting concerns, and work effectively with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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