Gallions Primary School
London, E6 6WG · Newham · primary school
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38th 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 — 6.8/10 against 1,624 of them, against 5.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gallions Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023-11. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Chess, Debate, Lego, Board Games, Cheerleading, STEM, Code and Art, and Rackets Cubed. Sports options cover Basketball, Multi-Sports, Girls Football, Tennis and Squash, Athletics, Boys Football, Football, and Gardening. Arts and music provision includes Junior and Senior Orchestras, Junior Choir, Singing and Drama, Choir, and Dance. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 443 pupils against a stated capacity of 660. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Gallions Primary School
Overview
Gallions Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "proud to attend" and develop their talents through a "highly ambitious" curriculum. Leaders maintain "the highest aspirations for what pupils can achieve," fostering a "nurturing school community" where all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, "flourish." The inspection highlights exceptional behaviour, effective teaching, and a strong focus on attendance and personal development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "highly ambitious," including subjects such as Latin, philosophy, and chess, with content often "above what might be expected of them."
- Pupils display "exceptional behaviour and attitudes," creating a "pleasant and harmonious" environment where older pupils set a positive example.
- Teachers ensure pupils understand content before moving on, helping them retain knowledge in their "long-term memory" and attempt "more complicated work with confidence."
- Staff are "experts in the subjects they teach" due to professional development, and they "swiftly identify pupils with SEND" to ensure their success.
- Pupils "love to read," with teachers quickly identifying and supporting those who fall behind in the phonics programme to become "fluent, confident readers."
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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