Malmesbury Primary School
London, E3 2AB · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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48th 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 — 6.6/10 against 1,188 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Malmesbury 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 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend the Gorsefield Residential Trip. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 525. 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 activities are included in the Gorsefield Residential Trip? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs operate on a typical day?
What Ofsted said about Malmesbury Primary School
Overview
Malmesbury Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy and harmonious" environment with strong professional relationships. Leaders deliver an "ambitious and interesting curriculum" that prepares pupils well for their next educational stage, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils display "excellent" conduct, showing high levels of self-control and respect for diversity and peers.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with staff delivering phonics confidently so pupils learn to read "fluently and confidently" by Year 2.
- Provision for pupils with SEND is "consistently strong," with well-trained staff supporting independence and achievement.
- Staff morale is high, aided by reduced workload from changes to marking approaches, and the governing body provides appropriate challenge.
- Pupils enjoy a "wide and rich set of experiences," including outings to cultural venues and sporting activities.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum thinking in a few foundation subjects is "not as securely thought through," meaning teachers may lack sufficient subject guidance compared to core subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who are well trained, vigilant to risks, and "relentless in securing help with outside agencies" for pupils and families in need.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 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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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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