St Edmund's Catholic School
London, E14 3RS · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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40th 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 — 6.5/10 against 3,438 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Edmund's Catholic School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join badge making, dress up, painting, and film night clubs, and visit Westminster Cathedral. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 pupils against a stated capacity of 225. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Edmund's Catholic School
Overview
St Edmund’s Catholic School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "very caring ethos" where pupils feel happy and safe. The report highlights that staff have "high expectations" for achievement, including for pupils with special educational needs, and that Christian values permeate all aspects of school life.
Strengths
- Pupils treat others with "kindness and respect," behave well, and are "eager to learn."
- The reading curriculum is "carefully planned," with staff skilled in teaching phonics and helping pupils who fall behind to "catch up quickly."
- The mathematics curriculum is "carefully planned and sequenced," ensuring pupils are well prepared for Year 1.
- Leaders work closely with parents to quickly identify pupils with SEND, ensuring "there is no barrier to their success."
- Staff feel "valued by leaders" and supported in managing their workload, contributing to a positive staff culture.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, such as history, the revised curriculum is not being delivered "consistently and effectively" because teachers are at the early stages of implementation.
- Assessment strategies in subjects with recent curriculum refinements are "less well developed," making it harder for teachers to accurately pinpoint pupil retention of knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring it is a "top priority," staff receiving regular training, and concerns being followed up promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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