Grimsdyke School – introduction

Grimsdyke School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school for children aged 4 to 11, proudly serving families in Hatch End and the surrounding area. Guided by its ethos of Learning and Achieving Together, at Grimsdyke, children are encouraged to be confident learners, respectful individuals and active members of their community. Families can find a wide range of information about school life, including the curriculum, policies, events and contact details, on the school website: https://www.grimsdyke.harrow.sch.uk/.

Grimsdyke is proud to have been judged Outstanding in its most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2023, with inspectors praising the impact and outcomes of the quality of education for all, behaviour, personal development and leadership. The report highlights a broad, ambitious and well sequenced curriculum, alongside pupils who are kind, friendly and enthusiastic about learning.

Grimsdyke offers a rich and engaging curriculum, shaped by its core values and curriculum drivers including: Self Development, Citizenship, Opportunity, Respect and Enrichment (SCORE values). These values support both academic success and personal growth. The school website provides useful information for parents, including details about curriculum intent, special educational needs provision, support for pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds, curriculum enrichment, behaviour expectations, extra curricular clubs and wrap-around care such as the breakfast club. Be sure to have a look at the school’s newsletter or our school website to get a sense of what Grimsdyke School has to offer.

Prospective parents are very welcome to visit the school on Wednesday mornings. Please contact the school office to arrange a tour, or feel free to get in touch with any questions you may have. Visiting the school is a great opportunity to experience the learning environment, meet staff and see the school in action first hand. The annual Christmas fair and summer carnival bring families, pupils and local residents together and showcase the strong sense of community Grimsdyke has to offer. These events are open to the wider community and we would be delighted to welcome you.

Whether you are new to the area or looking ahead to your child starting school, Grimsdyke is proud to be a local school that values partnership with families and the wider Hatch End community.