Duncombe Primary School

URN: 100403 • London N19 4JA

Overview

Name
Duncombe Primary School
URN
100403
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martha Braithwaite (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02072725620
Website
Visit
Address
Sussex Way, London N19 4JA

Summary

Duncombe Primary School is a community school located in Islington, London, catering to a mixed-gender population of 438 pupils, with a capacity for 480. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, reflecting its core vision and values. With a significant percentage of students (61.80%) eligible for free school meals, Duncombe prioritises equity and access to quality education for all its learners.

The curriculum at Duncombe Primary is designed to engage students and promote holistic development. The school places a strong emphasis on attendance and punctuality, recognising their importance in achieving academic success. Additionally, the school has established policies and support systems to ensure the well-being of its pupils, including safeguarding measures and pupil premium initiatives.

Duncombe Primary School also values community involvement and transparency, providing parents with access to school data, reports, and policies through its website. The governing body plays an active role in the school's operations, ensuring that the needs of the community are met and that educational standards are upheld.

Key details

LA
Islington
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
438
Boys
208
Girls
230
FSM %
61.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 438 208 230 480 61.80
2024-09-11 357 174 183 420 53.30
2023-09-11 393 199 194 420 55.80
2022-09-11 393 199 194 420 55.80
2021-09-11 403 207 196 420 52.70
2020-09-11 413 212 201 420 43.80

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