Roger Ascham Primary School

URN: 136362 • London E17 5HU

Overview

Name
Roger Ascham Primary School
URN
136362
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
RAY ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
47.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Robin Desoer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02085273157
Website
Visit
Address
1 Wigton Road, London E17 5HU

Summary

Roger Ascham Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrolment of 407 pupils and a capacity of 480. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment, aiming to equip children with essential skills and values for their future. The ethos of the school emphasizes hard work, respect, and the celebration of diversity, fostering a sense of community among students and staff.

The curriculum at Roger Ascham prioritises the core subjects of English and mathematics while also encouraging social development and critical thinking. The school promotes a culture where pupils are motivated to enjoy their learning and take responsibility for their behaviour. School rules, collaboratively created by students and teachers, focus on listening, caring, and striving for personal bests, creating a fair and consistent framework for all.

For parents considering admissions, the school offers 60 places per year group, with opportunities for individual tours available upon request. The admissions process is managed by the London Borough of Waltham Forest, and the school is committed to supporting children with special educational needs through its tailored policies and resources.

Key details

LA
Waltham Forest
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
RAY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
480
Pupils
407
Boys
195
Girls
212
FSM %
27.40
Open date
2011-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 407 195 212 480 27.40
2024-09-11 424 196 228 480 27.90
2023-09-11 440 208 232 480 29.90
2022-09-11 440 208 232 480 29.90
2021-09-11 447 217 230 480 27.00
2020-09-11 437 200 237 480 22.60

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