Mayflower Primary School
London, E14 6DU · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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5th 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 — 9.6/10 against 1,785 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mayflower Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 20.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football and dance clubs, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 400 pupils against a stated capacity of 390. 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the physical capacity? What specific support is provided for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Mayflower Primary School
Overview
Mayflower Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, described as a “friendly, inspiring and thoroughly inclusive place to learn.” Pupils are “enthusiastic about what they study” and achieve exceptionally well, supported by leaders who prioritise deep thinking and clear expression. The school fosters a positive environment where pupils show “consistently mature attitudes” and feel safe.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well designed and coherent,” with leaders continually reviewing it to ensure all pupils, including those with special educational needs, have the best chance of success.
- Leaders provide “well-planned training” for teachers, enabling secure subject knowledge and effective strategies to address misconceptions quickly.
- The approach to early reading is “well structured and ambitious,” ensuring pupils develop phonic knowledge to read confidently and accurately.
- Staff apply the behaviour policy “clearly and consistently,” creating calm classrooms where pupils behave with kindness and respect.
- Leaders promote staff well-being with “great thought and care,” resulting in a strong sense of community among colleagues.
Areas to improve
- Leaders are currently in the process of widening the diversity of texts pupils read to ensure they are ready to be “global citizens.”
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving appropriate training and working effectively with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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