William Davis Primary School
London, E2 6ET · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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17th 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 — 9.2/10 against 1,292 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
William Davis Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 151 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What are the specific entry criteria for the upcoming academic year?
What Ofsted said about William Davis Primary School
Overview
This is a "warm and welcoming school" where pupils "enjoy attending and feel safe." The report highlights "impeccable" behaviour and attitudes, alongside a "challenging and carefully structured curriculum" that helps pupils achieve strongly. Leaders provide effective support for staff and ensure high ambitions for all learners.
Strengths
- Early years provision is "Outstanding," with staff providing a "wide range of interesting activities" and teaching phonics effectively.
- Pupils display "polite, friendly, and respectful" behaviour, playing happily and focusing on learning in classrooms.
- The curriculum is "sequenced to enable children to build on their previous knowledge," ensuring strong progress in subjects like mathematics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified quickly and make "strong progress across the curriculum."
- The school offers enriching experiences, such as visits from opera singers and projects with local museums, fostering personal development.
Areas to improve
- Assessment practices are not "fully embedded" across all subjects; staff do not always "precisely check what pupils learn and remember," leading to unaddressed misconceptions.
- The school must ensure assessment is used "consistently well across the curriculum" to identify errors in pupils’ learning.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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