Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School
21 Park Avenue, London, NW2 5ANOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School is a primary school in Brent for ages 3 to 7. It is one of the 102 schools in Brent. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 December 2023, report published 24 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 December 2023
Nestled within a nurturing environment, pupils at Convent of Jesus and Mary Catholic Infant School thrive in an atmosphere of happiness and positivity. The school has high aspirations for all pupils from the moment that they arrive in Nursery. Many lessons revolve around the school's gardens, and pupils become curious learners. Pupils talk confidently about what they are learning and take pride in all of their work. They achieve highly and are very well equipped for their next stage of education. Pupils exhibit exemplary behaviour, underscoring the importance of fairness and respect. Guided by the school's vision, pupils engage attentively in lessons. They demonstrate politeness and consideration in their interactions with peers and staff alike. Pupils benefit from high-quality learning experiences throughout the school. In particular, pupils like the school's unique assets, such as its very own museum. This space encourages pupils to explore, among other things, the school's history. Chrystal, the crested gecko, and other school animals help pupils to learn about the importance of caring for others. Pupils are helped to develop their skills and talents by attending a wide range of extra-curricular clubs, including science, chess and sports. Pupils get the chance to benefit from additional music sessions, which enrich the curriculum.
Pupil numbers and mix
204 pupils on roll, with places for 270
Schools near Convent of Jesus and Mary RC Infant School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Junior School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
| Gladstone Park Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
| St Andrew and St Francis CofE Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| Donnington Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Anson Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Elsa Fonseca
- Phone
- 02084595890
- Address
- 21 Park Avenue, London, NW2 5AN
- Local authority
- Brent
- URN
- 101544
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.