South Harringay Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Pemberton Road Haringey London N4 1BA |
| Reference Number | 102111 |
South Harringay Infant School has demonstrated good overall effectiveness, continuing its positive trajectory since the last inspection, which was also rated as good. The school fosters an enthusiastic and engaging learning environment, where pupils feel safe and supported, particularly highlighting strong relationships between staff and students. The curriculum is ambitious and well-sequenced, focusing on developing key skills in areas such as reading and mathematics. Personal development at the school is outstanding, with diverse opportunities for pupils to engage in extracurricular activities and learn about important social issues.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 214 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.4%
Girls: 48.6% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 23.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | 24 | 54 |
| 2 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 44.4% |
| White, Other | 17.3% |
| Unclassified | 10.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 8.9% |
| African | 2.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% |
| Caribbean | 0.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 May 2023 | School inspection: |
| 16 Nov 2021 | School inspection |
| 09 Nov 2016 | Short inspection |
| 25 Jun 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Dec 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Feb 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils display enthusiasm and happiness in their learning.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a supportive environment.
- Effective early years provision that aids quick settling for children.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum tailored to national expectations.
- Outstanding personal development opportunities for pupils.
- Pupils with SEND receive effective support and resources.
- Leaders and governors provide effective support and challenge.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent checking of pupils’ understanding by some teachers, leading to misconceptions persisting.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 41 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 23 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 5 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
South Harringay Junior School
Pemberton Rd, London, N4 1BA |
0.01 miles |
|
Woodlands Park Nursery School and Childrens Centre
Woodlands Park Road, London, N15 3SD |
0.29 miles |
|
St John Vianney RC Primary School
Stanley Road, Tottenham, London, N15 3HD |
0.41 miles |
|
North Harringay Primary School
Falkland Road, Hornsey, London, N8 0NU |
0.41 miles |
|
West Green Primary School
Woodlands Park Road, Tottenham, London, N15 3RT |
0.45 miles |
|
Chestnuts Primary School
Black Boy Lane, Tottenham, London, N15 3AS |
0.46 miles |
|
Weston Park Primary School
Denton Road, Hornsey, London, N8 9WP |
0.48 miles |
|
St Aidan's Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Albany Road, Stroud Green, London, N4 4RR |
0.53 miles |
|
Woodberry Down Community Primary School
Woodberry Grove, Finsbury Park, London, N4 1SY |
0.65 miles |
|
St Mary's Priory Catholic Junior School
Hermitage Road, London, N15 5RE |
0.65 miles |
|
St Mary's Priory Catholic Infant School
Hermitage Road, Tottenham, London, N15 5RE |
0.65 miles |
|
St Ann's CE Primary School
Avenue Road, London, N15 5JG |
0.69 miles |
|
St Mary's CofE Primary School
Church Lane, Hornsey, London, N8 7BU |
0.71 miles |
|
Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane
Philip Lane, Tottenham, London, N15 4AB |
0.78 miles |
|
Rokesly Junior School
Rokesly Avenue, London, N8 8NH |
0.81 miles |
|
Rokesly Infant & Nursery School
Hermiston Avenue, Crouch End, London, N8 8NH |
0.81 miles |
|
Stroud Green Primary School
Woodstock Road, London, N4 3EX |
0.82 miles |
|
South Grove Primary School
South Grove, Tottenham, London, N15 5QE |
0.84 miles |
|
Belmont Junior School
Rusper Road, London, N22 6RA |
0.87 miles |
|
Belmont Infant School
Rusper Road, Belmont Infant School Rusper Road, London, N22 6RA |
0.87 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Hornsey School for Girls
Inderwick Road, London, N8 9JF |
0.59 miles |
|
Skinners' Academy
Woodberry Grove, London, N4 1SY |
0.61 miles |
|
Park View School
252 West Green Road, Tottenham, Haringey, London, N15 3QR |
0.66 miles |
|
Islamic Shakhsiyah Foundation
First Floor, 277 St Ann's Road, Suffolk Road Entrance, Tottenham, London, N15 5RG |
0.7 miles |
|
The Grove
Downhills Park Road, Tottenham, London, N17 6AR |
0.73 miles |
|
Beis Chinuch Lebonos Girls School
Woodberry Down Centre, Woodberry Down, London, N4 2SH |
0.78 miles |
|
Greig City Academy
High Street, Hornsey, Haringey, London, N8 7NU |
0.85 miles |
|
Talmud Torah London
69 Amhurst Park, London, London, N16 5AW |
0.92 miles |
|
Bnois Jerusalem Girls School
71, 75-81 Amhurst Park, London, N16 5DL |
0.92 miles |
|
Kestrel House School
104 Crouch Hill, Crouch End, London, London, N8 9EA |
0.94 miles |
|
Beis Rochel d'Satmar Girls' School
51-57 Amhurst Park, London, N16 5DL |
1.01 miles |
|
Vishnitz Girls School
49 Amhurst Park, N16 5DL |
1.02 miles |
|
Arts and Media School Islington
Turle Road, London, N4 3LS |
1.11 miles |
|
All Saints Catholic High School
6-16 Amhurst Park, Stamford Hill, London, N16 5AF |
1.2 miles |
|
Yesodey Hatorah School
2-4 Amhurst Park, Hackney, London, N16 5AE |
1.23 miles |
|
Side By Side School
Avigdor Mews, Lordship Road, London, London, N16 0QJ |
1.29 miles |
|
Lubavitch House School (Senior Girls)
107-115 Stamford Hill, London, N16 5RP |
1.33 miles |
|
Highgate Wood Secondary School
Montenotte Road, London, N8 8RN |
1.36 miles |
|
Heartlands High School
Station Road, Wood Green, London, N22 7ST |
1.43 miles |
|
Bnos Zion of Bobov
65-69 Ravensdale Road, London, N16 6TJ |
1.45 miles |