Culloden Primary - A Paradigm Academy
London, E14 0PT · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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11th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.2/10 against 1,963 of them, against 8.2/10 nationally. 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 62% | 4.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 38% | 3.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Culloden Primary - A Paradigm Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 20.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 623 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
Since the website lists no extracurriculars, what opportunities exist for pupils to develop interests outside the core curriculum? How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in literacy and numeracy?
What Ofsted said about Culloden Primary - A Paradigm Academy
Overview
Culloden Primary is described as a "calm and joyous place to learn" where pupils feel safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential. The school delivers a "superb education" with "excellent" achievement across all year groups, supported by a "highly ambitious and inspiring curriculum" and strong inclusive practices.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "logically ordered" so pupils "build their knowledge exceptionally well over time," enabling them to tackle complex ideas confidently.
- Staff provide "expert support" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including those in the deaf support base, ensuring they "access the curriculum confidently."
- Phonics teaching is delivered "exceptionally well," with children quickly learning to "sound out and blend words" and showing "lots of enthusiasm for reading."
- Pupils’ behaviour is "impeccable," characterised by high levels of respect, kindness, and an appreciation for diversity, with pupils stating "everyone is included here."
- The school offers a "stimulating and diverse range of enrichment opportunities" through its ‘hinterland curriculum’, positively contributing to personal development.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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