Elmhurst Primary School
London, E7 8JY · Newham · primary school
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6th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 10.0/10 against 2,311 of them, against 9.8/10 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 | 92.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.93 |
| Ofsted | 93 | 35% | 3.25 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Elmhurst Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 92.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (10.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in dance, gymnastics, cricket and athletics, alongside yoga and mindfulness. They engage with the arts through the Newham Art Exhibition, the RA Young Artists' Summer Show and a residential trip to Madrid. Trips include visits to the British Museum, London Zoo, Science Museum, Natural History Museum, Fair Play House, Paris and a poetry retreat. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 980 pupils against a stated capacity of 996. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted
What Ofsted said about Elmhurst Primary School
Overview
Elmhurst Primary School is described as a place where "excellence is the norm," with leaders demonstrating "unwavering ambition" that secures exceptional outcomes for all pupils. The report highlights that pupils are "exceptionally well prepared for the next stage of education," benefiting from an "ambitious, carefully sequenced curriculum" and highly effective teaching.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve "exceptionally well from their starting points," with attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics consistently above national averages, including for disadvantaged pupils.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "carefully sequenced," ensuring pupils build knowledge securely and engage deeply with subjects like science, music, and computing.
- Inclusion is "exceptional," with tailored support ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including those in 'The Nash Wing', thrive alongside peers.
- Personal development is rich, fostering "confidence, resilience and independence" through extensive opportunities in clubs, debates, and leadership roles.
- Staff collaboration and targeted professional development ensure teaching remains "consistently focused" and precise across all phases.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to promote "pupils' regular attendance" by maintaining clear expectations, so that attendance continues to rise and all pupils benefit from the high-quality provision.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 92% |
| 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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