William Tyndale Primary School
London, N1 2GG · Islington · primary school
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6th 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 — 9.6/10 against 2,784 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 38% | 3.48 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
William Tyndale Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 19.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the choir, guitar, orchestra, computer, book club, creative writing, and DebateMate clubs. Sports include gymnastics, hockey, football, athletics, street dance, and ballet. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 448 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 are the 448 pupils distributed across year groups to maintain class sizes? What support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about William Tyndale Primary School
Overview
This is a "happy and nurturing school where pupils thrive," characterised by "exemplary" behaviour and "high expectations" for achievement. Leaders have designed a "highly ambitious curriculum" that supports strong progress from the early years through to Year 6, with particular praise for reading and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils are "articulate and polite," feeling "safe and well cared for" in an environment where bullying is "never tolerated."
- The early years provision is "Outstanding," offering a "stimulating" environment rich in rhymes, music, and physical development opportunities.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; staff use assessments to spot gaps quickly, ensuring most pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "highly effective," allowing them to "fully access the school’s curriculum."
- Personal development is "exemplary," with pupils benefiting from a "large selection of clubs" and meaningful school trips that celebrate diversity.
Areas to improve
- The teaching of writing is "not consistently strong," meaning some pupils do not learn to "form letters accurately or write with fluency."
- The school must support pupils to "develop secure writing skills effectively" to ensure they achieve as well as they could by the end of key stage 2.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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