Sir William Burrough Primary School
London, E14 7PQ · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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31st 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 — 7.9/10 against 2,330 of them, against 6.6/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 62% | 4.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sir William Burrough Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club, an after-school club, and a Year 6 residential trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 294 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year? How is the Year 6 residential trip structured for children with dietary requirements?
What Ofsted said about Sir William Burrough Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this "calm, purposeful school" where they feel safe and happy. The inspection highlights "exemplary" behaviour and attitudes, alongside an "ambitious and broad curriculum" that supports strong reading and early years provision.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, showing respect for staff and peers and maintaining a "strong sense of belonging".
- The early years provision is outstanding, with children making a "strong start" and developing a "genuine love for learning".
- Staff deliver the phonics programme effectively, enabling pupils to read age-appropriate texts with "confidence, fluency and enjoyment".
- The school takes "decisive action" to address low attendance, resulting in improving overall rates.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive the necessary support to succeed, identified through close work with parents.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure pupils have "regular opportunities to consolidate their prior learning" to deepen and secure their understanding in some subjects.
- The school should work with teachers to "sharpen checks on pupils’ writing" to better support the development of spelling and letter formation.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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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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