Vicarage Primary School
London, E6 6AD · Newham · primary school
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8th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 1,567 of them, against 9.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 25.0 · 96 | 25% | 2.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Vicarage Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 25.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in August 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access football, cheerleading, multi-skills, street dance, cricket and dodge-ball, alongside a Year 5 Creative Writing Retreat and a Year 6 Production. A breakfast club and after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 870 pupils against a stated capacity of 892. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current entry year? How are the creative writing retreats structured for Year 5 pupils?
What Ofsted said about Vicarage Primary School
Overview
Vicarage Primary School is described as an “ambitious school” where pupils “excel” and leaders deliver an “exceptional education” that often exceeds national curriculum requirements. The report highlights a culture of high expectations, mutual respect, and rigorous academic planning, resulting in outstanding outcomes across all inspection categories.
Strengths
- Leaders provide an “exceptional education” with “meticulously planned” progression of knowledge and skills, including ambitious concepts from the early years.
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exceptional” and “exemplary,” characterised by high levels of respect, resilience, and concentration during lessons.
- Teachers possess “expert subject knowledge” and ensure pupils recall important ideas with ease by regularly revisiting essential knowledge.
- A strong reading culture is instilled, with a focus on building phonic knowledge and delighting in “high-quality novels, non-fiction texts and poems.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to learn the “same ambitious curriculum as their peers” and grow in confidence.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders providing ample training to staff and acting “without delay” on concerns to secure help for pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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