Lawdale Junior School
London, E2 6LS · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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52nd 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 — 7.0/10 against 782 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lawdale Junior 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%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Gardening, Arts and Craft, or Board Game Clubs. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the weekly gardening sessions? How does the school manage the transition for children joining from other primary schools?
What Ofsted said about Lawdale Junior School
Overview
Lawdale Junior School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "happy and enthusiastic about their learning." The curriculum is "equally ambitious for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering a calm and mature environment. Leaders have a clear understanding of the school’s strengths and are actively working to refine curriculum delivery across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are "safe in school," with adults dealing effectively with bullying and high expectations for behaviour ensuring learning is "free from distractions."
- Leaders have introduced a phonics programme and support for weaker readers, resulting in pupils who "read widely and often."
- Teachers frequently check understanding to quickly identify and address misconceptions, ensuring pupils are "ready for the next stage in their learning."
- The school offers a broad range of experiences, including visits to museums, theatres, and activities like BMX biking and sailing.
- Staff feel leaders are "approachable" and mindful of their well-being, while governors closely monitor progress.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should further refine curriculum thinking in a few foundation subjects where it is "not as detailed" to ensure equally strong provision for all pupils.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities needs to be strengthened further.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear systems to identify at-risk pupils and a collective sense of responsibility among staff to ensure children are safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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