Sir John Heron Primary School
London, E12 5PY · Newham · primary school
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40th 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 — 8.9/10 against 1,558 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sir John Heron Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 490. 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? What specific activities are included in the breakfast club routine? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Sir John Heron Primary School
Overview
Sir John Heron Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "welcoming and thriving" environment where pupils are happy and show courtesy. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they leave "well prepared for secondary school."
Strengths
- Early reading is a significant strength, with a structured phonics programme and carefully matched books helping children become "confident, fluent readers."
- Pupils follow a "broad and balanced curriculum" that supports personal development, including high-standard provision for sports, art, and computing.
- Behaviour is of a "high standard," with bullying being rare; pupils feel safe and are taught to be resilient.
- Staff work effectively to support pupils with SEND, including skilful planning for those with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
- Leaders provide strong support for staff, considering workload and offering time for training and development.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, pupils’ recall of recent learning is weak because teachers do not always use assessment well enough to check what pupils have learned.
- Teachers need to review assessment procedures to ensure pupils can fluently recall their recent learning, and leaders should provide more opportunities for pupils to discuss their own learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture, rigorous pre-employment checks, regular staff training, and effective collaboration with other agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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