Cyril Jackson Primary School
London, E14 8AQ · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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36th 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 — 7.2/10 against 2,017 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 62% | 3.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 38% | 2.84 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cyril Jackson Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the Karate Club, Junior Science Club, and CJ Dance Squad. They participate in ice skating, rock climbing, and orienteering. Arts activities include guitar tutoring, a dance workshop with Sadlers Wells, and a cookery workshop. Trips range from a Year 6 residential to visits to Howletts Wildlife Park and Sky Studios. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 448 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Year 6 residential trip?
What Ofsted said about Cyril Jackson Primary School
Overview
Cyril Jackson Primary School is described as a place where pupils are “welcomed with warmth, sensitivity and kindness” and “love learning.” The report highlights an “exceptional” behaviour culture and a “rich and purposeful” personal development offer that prepares pupils to be “respectful, resilient and active citizens.” While the curriculum in core subjects is “engaging, broad and ambitious,” the report notes inconsistencies in how some foundation subjects are implemented.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exceptional” behaviour, rising to high expectations and contributing to a “positive and respectful culture.”
- The early years provision is “outstanding,” with skilled staff using “high-quality interactions” to develop children’s knowledge and language.
- Teachers in English and mathematics have “secure subject knowledge” and explain ideas with “clarity and precision,” helping pupils build depth of understanding.
- The school fosters strong personal development through activities like ballet and community work, helping pupils nurture their talents and “embrace new experiences.”
- Staff support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities to access the “same ambitious curriculum as their peers.”
Areas to improve
- In “a few foundation subjects,” the curriculum is not implemented consistently well, meaning pupils do not get sufficient opportunities to “practise and apply their learning.”
- The school should ensure oversight of these subjects is used to check that tasks and activities “consistently match the ambition of the intended curriculum.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that pupils feel safe and are confident to share concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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
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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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