Capel Manor Primary School, Enfield
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 9 months agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at making every child feel valued and supported. Teachers are skilled at breaking down learning into manageable steps and providing extra help without singling pupils out, so children with additional needs learn confidently alongside their peers. The school has made impressive improvements in reading and vocabulary, and children are enthusiastic learners who feel safe and cared for.
Key Strengths
- Strong inclusive practice with quick identification of pupil needs and effective support to reduce barriers to learning
- Clear focus on early reading, vocabulary and communication across the curriculum with improving phonics outcomes
- Well-trained staff who adapt lessons thoughtfully so pupils with SEND and additional needs can access the same curriculum as their peers
- Calm, orderly classrooms with good behaviour and strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Effective leadership that reviews actions carefully and adjusts provision when needed
Areas for Improvement
- Persistent absence remains too high for some vulnerable pupils, including those with SEND, though new mentoring systems are starting to show promise
- Some variation remains in how well teachers check pupils' understanding and match tasks to individual needs
- Leaders are focused on increasing the proportion of pupils reaching the higher standard in reading at the end of key stage 2
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and acted upon, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Active play leaders, reading champions, community events, local councillor visits
Capel Manor Primary School is a well-led school where pupils achieve steady progress and feel safe and cared for. Leaders have created an inclusive culture that supports all learners, including those with additional needs, disadvantaged pupils, and those facing wider pressures.
At a Glance
56.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 72%. Maths has remained stable at around 72%. Writing has remained stable at around 63%.
Class Sizes
25.0
Avg class size
24.0
Infant (KS1)
25.6
KS2
13
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Commute Calculator
Find out if this school is reachable from your home - before you apply
What are my chances?
Enter your postcode to estimate your probability of getting a place.
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
77%
Available places
274 pupils
356 capacity
82 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Enfield
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Enfield
Admissions Demand - Enfield
Places available
3,990
Applications
3,309
Got 1st preference
95.2%
Got preferred school
99.7%
Primary admissions across Enfield (2025/26)
Inspection History(10)
House Prices
Moving into the catchment? See what homes near this school actually cost
SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
Teacher qualification rates, pupil-to-teacher ratio, staff turnover, and salary data. Shows how well-resourced and stable the school's workforce is.
School Funding
Annual funding per pupil, total budget, pupil premium grants, and how the school's resources compare to similar schools nationally.
Pupil Absence2024/25
5.96888%
Overall absence
20.66667%
Persistent absence
300
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Reviews
No reviews yet - be the first to leave one.
Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Capel Manor Primary School
Nearby Schools
Do you work at this school?
Claim your profile free to get a verified badge, update your contact details, and see how many parents are viewing your page.