Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
101 Whitecross Street, London, EC1Y 8JAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre is a primary school in Islington for ages 0 to 11. It is one of the 69 schools in Islington. It ranks 29th of 39 primary schools in Islington. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 September 2022, report published 19 October 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 September 2022
Leaders are ambitious for all pupils. Staff know pupils well. They are determined that every pupil will succeed academically. The school is a welcoming place for pupils from different backgrounds. Leaders make sure that barriers to pupils' learning are overcome so they achieve well. Pupils are happy and safe at school. Bullying is not tolerated and is dealt with quickly. Pupils are confident to speak to adults if they have any concerns. Pupils are sensible and support one another. Leaders provide many opportunities to develop pupils' experiences beyond the curriculum. Pupils enjoy the popular range of clubs on offer. Pupils understand the school's values and know the importance of being respectful and to aim high to reach their potential. Parents and carers recognise the improvements that leaders have made across the school in recent time. Many parents commented that their children thrive at this school. Leaders organise many extra enrichment opportunities for pupils to foster their understanding of the wider world. For example, pupils perform in musical productions, and visit local museums. Parents of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) praise the care and support provided for them.
What the school should improve
- In a few subjects, leaders have not identify precisely the key knowledge that pupils need to learn over time, including from the early years. As a result, pupils do not build on their previous knowledge securely. Leaders should ensure that curriculum plans in all subjects are sequenced so that pupils build the key knowledge that they require securely over time.
- In a few subjects, teachers do not check what pupils remember routinely and address any gaps in their learning. As a result, sometimes pupils struggle to recall previous knowledge. Leaders must ensure that teachers in all subjects check pupils' understanding and build on their prior learning securely.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
40 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
270 pupils on roll, with places for 450
Schools near Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of London Primary Academy, Islington | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 80% met the expected standard |
| Charterhouse Square School | 0.3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| Dallington School | 0.4 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 88% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 0 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Fiona MacCorquodale
- Phone
- 02077864800
- Address
- 101 Whitecross Street, London, EC1Y 8JA
- Local authority
- Islington
- URN
- 100434
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.