St Paul With St Luke CofE Primary Federation
London, E3 4LA · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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55th 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 — 5.8/10 against 1,055 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul With St Luke CofE Primary Federation overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 9.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Paul With St Luke CofE Primary Federation
Overview
St Paul with St Luke CofE Primary Federation is described as a "caring and nurturing school" where staff maintain "high expectations for pupils’ behaviour and attitudes towards learning." The inspection confirms the school has "taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection," with pupils achieving well, particularly in core subjects, and feeling safe and valued.
Strengths
- Pupils are "attentive in lessons, work hard and achieve well," with "clear behaviour routines" ensuring little time is lost to learning.
- "Pastoral support is a real strength," with strong relationships between pupils and adults; pupils "feel safe in school" and know who to talk to if worried.
- The school has implemented a "broad and ambitious curriculum" where knowledge is taught in a "logical order," allowing pupils to build understanding over time.
- Early reading is a key priority, with "daily phonics teaching from expert staff" helping pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Pupils engage with a "rich array of opportunities for pupils’ wider development," including clubs, trips, and roles like "eco-warriors" and "prayer and worship leaders."
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," staff do not always deliver the new curriculum as intended, meaning pupils "do not build their knowledge as well as they could." The school should ensure teachers receive necessary support.
- "Persistent absence remains high," causing pupils to miss valuable learning. The school must strengthen work with families and agencies to improve regular attendance.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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