Nelson Primary School
London, E6 2SE · Newham · primary school
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43rd 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 — 8.7/10 against 1,515 of them, against 7.3/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.84 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Nelson Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Maths Challengers, Sewing Club, Art Club, Debate, Times Table Club, School of Rock, Handwriting and Reading Club, and I wonder why? Sports include Girls’ Sport, Boys’ Sport, Football, Tag rugby, Hockey, Cricket, and Handball. Arts and music options feature the Orchestra, Infant Choir, East Ham Groove, Junior Choir, Senior Choir, and Origami Club. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 665 pupils against a stated capacity of 840. 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 after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Nelson Primary School
Overview
Nelson Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are enthusiastic about their learning and respond well to leaders’ high expectations. The report highlights a coherent curriculum that prioritises pupils’ well-being and aims for fluency in reading, supported by a positive culture where bullying rarely happens.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy and safe," treating each other with respect and kindness while celebrating cultural differences.
- Leaders have designed a "coherent and interesting curriculum" that is clearly sequenced to build knowledge, skills, and vocabulary over time.
- Early reading is strong; even the weakest readers become fluent because teachers have a "secure knowledge of phonics" and match books to pupils’ learning.
- Mathematics teaching helps pupils embed knowledge securely through daily recaps, allowing them to apply learning to new concepts.
- Staff are positive about the school, believing leaders are "considerate of their workload and well-being."
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum lacks sufficient detail about the knowledge pupils should learn, preventing them from building a secure understanding or applying knowledge to complex concepts. Leaders should ensure the curriculum in all subjects includes sufficient detail about what pupils are expected to know.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with appropriate recruitment checks, training, and timely referrals to external agencies ensuring pupils’ welfare is protected.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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