Gwyn Jones Primary School
London, E11 1EU · Waltham Forest · primary school
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44th of 49 primary schools in Waltham Forest we can score, 51 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 — 4.3/10 against 2,933 of them, against 4.2/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gwyn Jones Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a singing club, school choir, and orchestral groups, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 432 pupils against a stated capacity of 452. 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 take place during the after-school club? How does the recent inspection feedback influence current teaching strategies?
What Ofsted said about Gwyn Jones Primary School
Overview
Gwyn Jones Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy attending the school, where the vision of being ‘inspired and empowered’ drives high expectations for achievement and personal responsibility. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and are well-prepared for secondary education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious, with pupils achieving well in core subjects like English and mathematics, often above national averages.
- Reading is prioritised across all subjects, with a carefully tailored phonics programme that quickly identifies and addresses gaps in knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive early identification and appropriate support, enabling them to succeed in the same curriculum as their peers.
- Behaviour in lessons is productive, supported by kind interactions between pupils and effective teamwork between staff, parents, and carers.
- Leaders provide a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including clubs and memorable residential visits, to support pupils’ personal development and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, curriculum delivery does not sufficiently support pupils to build upon prior knowledge, making it difficult for them to recall previous learning securely.
- The school should ensure that, in all curriculum areas, pupils are supported to know and remember more of the subjects they are studying.
- Issues occasionally arise in friendship groups during unstructured break times, though plans for more structured play are currently being developed.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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