Ainslie Wood Primary School
URN: 130343 • London E4 9DD
Overview
- Name
- Ainslie Wood Primary School
- URN
- 130343
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kerry Scott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085237913
- Website
- Visit Ainslie Wood Primary School website
- Address
-
140 Ainslie Wood Road, London E4 9DD
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Summary
Ainslie Wood Primary School is a mixed community school located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrolment of 437 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school aims to inspire active learning and exceed expectations, focusing on individualised education that caters to the unique needs of each child. Since its vision was established in 2013, Ainslie Wood has prioritised adult development and collaborative practices to enhance teaching effectiveness.
The school’s ethos is built around six key principles: Independence, Experience, Collaboration, Aspiration, Connection, and Belonging. These principles guide the school’s strategy and create an environment where children are prepared to become confident and contributing members of their community. Ainslie Wood is committed to providing a holistic curriculum that emphasizes real-life skills and learning experiences.
In addition to academic excellence, Ainslie Wood fosters a supportive atmosphere where both children and staff are encouraged to take risks and make choices in their learning journey. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to ensure a collaborative approach to education. For more information, visit their website at [ainsliewood.co.uk](http://www.ainsliewood.co.uk/).
The school’s ethos is built around six key principles: Independence, Experience, Collaboration, Aspiration, Connection, and Belonging. These principles guide the school’s strategy and create an environment where children are prepared to become confident and contributing members of their community. Ainslie Wood is committed to providing a holistic curriculum that emphasizes real-life skills and learning experiences.
In addition to academic excellence, Ainslie Wood fosters a supportive atmosphere where both children and staff are encouraged to take risks and make choices in their learning journey. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to ensure a collaborative approach to education. For more information, visit their website at [ainsliewood.co.uk](http://www.ainsliewood.co.uk/).
Useful links
- Governor Board (governance)
- School Calendar & Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Waltham Forest
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 437
- Boys
- 222
- Girls
- 215
- FSM %
- 10.60
- Open date
- 1996-01-03
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 437 | 222 | 215 | 420 | 10.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 443 | 229 | 214 | 420 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 461 | 227 | 234 | 420 | 17.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 461 | 227 | 234 | 420 | 17.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 460 | 229 | 231 | 420 | 15.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 459 | 226 | 233 | 420 | 11.30 |
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