Ellen Wilkinson Primary School
London, E6 5UP · Newham · primary school
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42nd of 62 primary schools in Newham 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 — 8.6/10 against 2,071 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ellen Wilkinson Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% 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 17.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a bike club and participate in basketball, dodge ball, football, dance, multi-sports, multi-skills, and gymnastics. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 448 pupils against a stated capacity of 490. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the multi-skills sessions? How does the school manage the transition for children joining from other primary schools?
What Ofsted said about Ellen Wilkinson Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Ellen Wilkinson Primary School feel part of a "caring community" where they "enjoy coming to school" and "love to learn." Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils are taught a broad curriculum and are "well prepared for the next stage of their education." The school environment is described as "calm and orderly," with staff responding fairly to issues to keep pupils safe.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, showing "good manners" and kindness, while understanding that "bullying is wrong."
- Leaders have made reading a priority; teachers read with "enthusiasm," fostering pupils’ "imagination and love of stories."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported effectively, with teachers adapting resources to help them "learn the curriculum."
- Staff benefit from "personalised programmes of professional development," and governors "support and challenge leaders effectively."
- Pupils engage in a wide range of after-school activities and educational outings, contributing to their personal development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must clarify the "precise subject knowledge and skills required" in foundation subjects to help teachers check learning and address misconceptions more effectively.
- Leaders need to ensure reading books "fully align with pupils’ phonics knowledge" so that progression in reading accuracy and fluency is supported as effectively as possible.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong safeguarding team" that is well trained, reports concerns promptly, and maintains accurate records.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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