Canary Wharf Primary, East Ferry
London, E14 3BA · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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23rd of 60 primary schools in Tower Hamlets we can score, 66 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.2/10 against 3,930 of them, against 8.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Canary Wharf Primary, East Ferry overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 298 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How has the teaching approach evolved since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Canary Wharf Primary, East Ferry
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “proud of their school” and feel “valued and cared for.” Leaders have “high expectations of everyone,” creating an environment where staff feel supported and pupils are “keen to learn.” The inspection highlights a positive culture where bullying is not tolerated and pupils are well prepared for their next steps.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are “keen to take part,” and enjoy a “wide variety of activities” including clubs and sports.
- In mathematics and science, leaders are clear about learning sequences, helping pupils “build up their knowledge securely.”
- Teachers present information “clearly and carefully,” checking learning and resolving problems “there and then.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive dedicated support from well-trained staff and external professionals.
- The school prioritises reading, with pupils developing into “fluent and confident readers” who enjoy dedicated reading time.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure foundation subjects are “planned and sequenced carefully” so pupils build knowledge securely, addressing current gaps in logical ordering.
- Curriculum plans should account for early years learning to ensure Year 1 builds effectively on “important foundations” established in Reception.
- Leaders should ensure the new phonics programme is “firmly embedded” and evaluate its impact on reading development.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with leaders ensuring suitable recruitment checks and staff receiving regular training to identify and report welfare concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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