Tottenhall Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Tottenhall Road Palmers Green London N13 6HX |
| Reference Number | 102006 |
Tottenhall Infant School demonstrates a strong performance overall, with pupils making sustained progress from early years through key stage 1. The school's ambitious and well-structured curriculum supports high standards in achievement, particularly in phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics. Leaders foster an inclusive environment where all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, are well-supported and able to thrive. The school community benefits from strong relationships with families and effective leadership that prioritizes both educational outcomes and staff wellbeing. While overall attendance has improved and is now in line with national averages, some specific groups of pupils continue to experience challenges that require ongoing attention. The school has successfully instilled a culture of safety and inclusion, making it a welcoming place for pupils to learn and grow. Parents express positivity about the care provided and the community-focused approach of the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 223 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.53%
Girls: 52.47% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 39% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 76.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 | 29 | 60 |
| 2 | 27 | 27 | 54 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, Other | 58.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.4% |
| White, British | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.5% |
| White & Asian | 3.6% |
| Caribbean | 3.6% |
| Indian | 3.1% |
| African | 3.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.2% |
| Unclassified | 2.2% |
| Asian, Other | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Strong standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Strong standard |
| > Achievement | Strong standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Strong standard |
| > Inclusion | Strong standard |
| > Early Years | Strong standard |
| Last Report Date | 03 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Feb 2026 | School inspection |
| 03 Nov 2021 | School inspection |
| 01 Dec 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 23 Jan 2018 | Full inspection |
| 24 Sep 2013 | Full inspection |
| 10 Mar 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 25 Jun 2009 | Full inspection |
| 09 May 2006 | Full inspection |
| 01 Nov 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong pupil achievement across the curriculum.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum design.
- Effective teaching strategies that support all pupils.
- High-quality early years provision promoting communication and independence.
- Inclusive culture that values every pupil's needs.
- Strong leadership with a clear vision for improvement.
- Positive relationships with families enhancing pupil wellbeing.
Areas for Improvement
- Ongoing attendance issues for some pupil groups.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 20 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 7 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 16 | 6 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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St Michael at Bowes CofE Junior School
Tottenhall Road, London, N13 6JB |
0.03 miles |
|
Footsteps Trust
New River Sports Centre, White Hart Lane, Wood Green, London, N22 5QW |
0.47 miles |
|
Hazelwood Junior School
Hazelwood Lane, London, N13 5HE |
0.48 miles |
|
Hazelwood Infant School
Hazelwood Lane, London, N13 5HE |
0.48 miles |
|
Earlham Primary School
Earlham Grove, Wood Green, London, Middlesex, N22 5HJ |
0.56 miles |
|
Oakthorpe Primary School
Tile Kiln Lane, London, N13 6BY |
0.59 miles |
|
Lift Trinity
Bounds Green Road, Wood Green, London, N22 8ES |
0.8 miles |
|
Rowland Hill Nursery School
White Hart Lane, London, N17 7LT |
0.82 miles |
|
Bounds Green Junior School
Bounds Green Road, London, N11 2QG |
0.85 miles |
|
Bounds Green Infant School
Bounds Green Road, London, N11 2QG |
0.85 miles |
|
Bowes Primary School
Bowes Road, New Southgate, London, N11 2HL |
0.86 miles |
|
St Michael's CofE Primary School
Bounds Green Road, Wood Green, London, N22 8HE |
0.87 miles |
|
Lordship Lane Primary School
Ellenborough Road, Wood Green, N22 5PS |
0.97 miles |
|
Wilbury Primary School
Wilbury Way, Edmonton, London, N18 1DE |
1 miles |
|
St Monica's RC Primary School
Cannon Road, Southgate, London, N14 7HE |
1.02 miles |
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Bradley Road, Wood Green, London, N22 7SZ |
1.02 miles |
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Lift Noel Park
Gladstone Avenue, Wood Green, London, N22 6LH |
1.09 miles |
|
The Devonshire Hill Nursery & Primary School
Weir Hall Road, Tottenham, The Devonshire Hill Nursery & Primary School, London, N17 8LB |
1.1 miles |
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Alexandra Primary School
Western Road, London, N22 6UH |
1.16 miles |
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St Martin of Porres Catholic Primary School
Blake Road, New Southgate, London, N11 2AF |
1.19 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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St Anne's Catholic High School for Girls
Oakthorpe Road, Palmers Green, London, N13 5TY |
0.38 miles |
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St Thomas More Catholic School
Glendale Avenue, Wood Green, London, N22 5HN |
0.47 miles |
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Mulberry Academy Woodside
White Hart Lane, Wood Green, London, N22 5QJ |
0.56 miles |
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Riverside School
White Hart Lane, Wood Green, London, N22 5QJ |
0.59 miles |
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Greek Secondary School of London
22 Trinity Road, Wood Green, London, N22 8LB |
0.77 miles |
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Laurel Park School
Wilmer Way, London, N14 7HY |
0.88 miles |
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Palmers Green High School
|
1.05 miles |
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Heartlands High School
Station Road, Wood Green, London, N22 7ST |
1.09 miles |
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Lift Aylward
Windmill Road, Enfield, London, N18 1NB |
1.14 miles |
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Focus 1st Academy
339 Bowes Road, New Southgate, London, N11 1BA |
1.25 miles |
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Winchmore School
Laburnum Grove, Winchmore Hill, London, N21 3HS |
1.33 miles |
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Haringey Sixth Form College
White Hart Lane, TOTTENHAM, London, N17 8HR |
1.41 miles |
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Alexandra Park School
Bidwell Gardens, London, N11 2AZ |
1.47 miles |
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West Lea School
Haselbury Road, Edmonton, London, N9 9TU |
1.48 miles |
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The Grove
Downhills Park Road, Tottenham, London, N17 6AR |
1.49 miles |
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Greig City Academy
High Street, Hornsey, Haringey, London, N8 7NU |
1.71 miles |
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The Latymer School
Haselbury Road, London, N9 9TN |
1.71 miles |
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London Academy of Excellence Tottenham
Lilywhite House, 780 High Road, Tottenham, London, N17 0BX |
1.75 miles |
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Ashmole Academy
Cecil Road, Southgate, London, N14 5RJ |
1.76 miles |
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Park View School
252 West Green Road, Tottenham, Haringey, London, N15 3QR |
1.77 miles |