Coldfall Primary School

A outstanding community school school in Haringey. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Coldfall Primary School.

London, N101HS Ofsted: Outstanding Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
60.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 71.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
70.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 16.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
23 October 2014
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Coldfall Avenue
Muswell Hill
London, N101HS
Phone
2088830608
Website
coldfall.haringey.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
102097
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Coldfall Avenue, Muswell Hill, London, N10 1HS
Website
www.coldfall.haringey.sch.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
670 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
667
Free School Meals
9.7% (65 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.8% (19 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.5%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
7.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
71.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
16.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
71.0 (+12.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
7.8 (9.7 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.5 (2.1 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 107.0
2023 107.0 110.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
74
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
667 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"To Go Further Than We Thought; To Run Faster Than We Hoped; To Reach Higher Than We Dreamed; To Become The Best That We Can Be"

Empathy Wisdom

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Coldfall Primary School. A large, vibrant three-form entry primary school in Muswell Hill, committed to safeguarding and welfare of pupils. The school emphasises a values-based, inclusive curriculum that masters reading, writing, and mathematics fundamentals while offering a broad and exciting curriculum to help children discover their talents. It highlights an extensive outdoor space and dedicated staff who strive to model exemplary practice.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Animation and Filmmaking Club Arts and Crafts Basketball Dance Minecraft Mixed Football Multi-Sports Spanish Art Club Chess Drama Club Cooking Club (Rookie Cooks) Cricket Club Cross Country Long Distance Running and Conditioning Capoeira Club London Lego Club Turkish American Football (XL Performance) Dodgeball Gymnastics Athletics Cross Country Chess Music-related clubs (recorders)

Sports

Cricket Football Basketball Athletics Gymnastics Dodgeball Cross Country Capoeira American Football Tennis (not listed as formal club) Rugby (Rugby Tots sessions mentioned)

Facilities

Extensive and beautiful outdoor space Nature trail Allotment Coldfall Woods Outdoor play areas Solar panels (environmental initiatives)

Curriculum Highlights

Maths taught using White Rose maths workbooks with a mastery approach, emphasising concrete objects and drawings to develop deep understanding and mathematical vocabulary Outdoor learning is embedded (OPAL) with sustainability and nature-based activities; Green School initiatives. Eco-friendly practices and environmental education (Green School, Eco Code, Star Squad) integrated across the curriculum.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club runs from 8.00am to 8.55am (up to 60 places; £6 per child; advanced booking; vouchers accepted; only children over 5 can be registered). After-School Club (Night Owls) runs from 3.30pm to 6.00pm (up to 60 in Years 1–3 and up to 30 in Years 4–6). Evening snacks provided. Nursery and Reception have a separate extended day provision. Booking and payments via Arbor; late pickup fees apply.

SEND Provision

Pastoral Team focuses on mental health and wellbeing; staff receive regular safeguarding training; safeguarding and welfare policies are in place; concerns can be raised via [email protected].

Admissions Criteria

Reception admissions closing date is 15 January 2026. Applications should be made via the local authority’s admissions website. The school provides information on applying to start primary school, with links to Haringey’s admissions pages.

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