Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre

URN: 100434 • London EC1Y 8JA

Overview

Name
Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
URN
100434
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Fiona MacCorquodale (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02077864800
Website
Visit
Address
101 Whitecross Street, London EC1Y 8JA

Summary

Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre, located in the heart of Islington, London, serves a diverse community with a current enrolment of 298 pupils, against a capacity of 450. As a community school, it offers a mixed-gender education for children aged 5 to 11 years and also provides early years services for children aged 0 to 4. The school is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

The curriculum at Prior Weston is designed to be broad and balanced, emphasising not only academic achievement but also personal growth. The school aims to instil values such as resilience, curiosity, and respect, ensuring that students are well-prepared for life in modern Britain. Special educational needs and disabilities are supported, and parents are encouraged to engage in their children's learning journey.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (40%), Prior Weston prioritises community involvement and support. The Head Teacher, who has extensive local experience, fosters a welcoming atmosphere, reinforcing the school's commitment to being a central part of the community it serves.

Key details

LA
Islington
Age range
0 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
298
Boys
165
Girls
133
FSM %
40.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 298 165 133 450 40.00
2024-09-11 305 170 135 450 38.80
2023-09-11 362 194 168 450 38.60
2022-09-11 362 194 168 450 38.60
2021-09-11 373 196 177 450 41.20
2020-09-11 424 223 201 450 29.10

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