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What is Shaftesbury Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Shaftesbury Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted (inspected 2021).

Where is Shaftesbury Primary School located?

Shaftesbury Primary School is located in London, London, E7 8PF.

What age range does Shaftesbury Primary School serve?

Shaftesbury Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Shaftesbury Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Shaftesbury Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Shaftesbury Primary School has 85% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 317 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 17.0%, 21% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.3%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2021KS2 expected85%Attendance93.7%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid54% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Shaftesbury Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 317 pupils
SEN support: 5% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 85% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 18/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality5/100

Transport access44/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Shaftesbury Primary School

At Shaftesbury Primary School, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

88% met the expected standard in reading and 90% in maths.

Attendance at Shaftesbury Primary School

Shaftesbury Primary School has an overall absence rate of 6.3%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Shaftesbury Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Shaftesbury Primary School is 17.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Shaftesbury Primary School

Shaftesbury Primary School has 317 pupils on roll.

21% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

5% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Shaftesbury Primary School Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Shaftesbury Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Shaftesbury Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Shaftesbury Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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