Selwyn Primary School

A outstanding academy converter school in Waltham Forest. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Selwyn Primary School.

London, E49NE Ofsted: Outstanding Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

78

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
73.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 86.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
67.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 15.0%
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
10 May 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
105 Selwyn Avenue
London, E49NE
Phone
2085273814
Website
selwynprimarywaltham.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143383
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
105 Selwyn Avenue, London, E4 9NE
Website
http://www.selwynprimarywaltham.co.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ARBOR ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
680 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
696
Free School Meals
18.7% (130 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.7% (19 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
12.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
86.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
15.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
109.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
86.0 (+27.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
12.0 (5.5 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 109.0
2023 104.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
70
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
696 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+3.0 per year)

Up 3.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Care Courtesy Commitment Consideration Co-operation

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome and thank you for your interest in Selwyn Primary School. We are a family of learners dedicated to growing excellence for all children and staff. We provide a safe and caring environment where children flourish, develop self-confidence, and become life-long learners.

Curriculum Highlights

Diverse curriculum that meets the needs of a diverse community Emphasis on Literacy and Maths for all children

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are processed through Arbor Academy Trust with eAdmissions online applications. Selwyn Primary School is located in Waltham Forest and has an intake of 90 pupils in Reception. The Arbor Admissions Arrangement Statement for 2026-2027 applies, with information on delayed entry, waiting lists and appeals. For further details see the Arbor Admissions statements and the Reception start guidance (e.g., Starting Primary School Booklet 2026-2027).

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