Woolmore Primary School
London, E14 0EW · Tower Hamlets · primary school
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16th 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 — 8.5/10 against 1,164 of them, against 7.2/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woolmore Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 652 pupils against a stated capacity of 660. 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? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for children moving into Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Woolmore Primary School
Overview
Woolmore Primary School is described as a place where ‘togetherness’ defines the community, with pupils, staff, and families coming together to ‘celebrate, learn and support each other’. The report highlights that staff hold ‘high expectations’ and are ‘aspirational for every pupil’, resulting in learners who ‘thrive in all aspects of school life’. The school’s culture is built on clear values such as care and respect, ensuring pupils feel safe and behave very well.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and ‘well planned and sequenced’, enabling pupils to build ‘detailed knowledge’ that they ‘remember... in the long term’.
- Reading instruction is highly effective, with children learning through ‘systematic and consistent teaching of phonics’ and engaging enthusiastically in daily story-time sessions.
- Staff are ‘highly skilled in adjusting learning’ to ensure mastery, including making effective adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils’ personal development is of ‘exceptionally high quality’, with opportunities to explore the world beyond their immediate community through visits and clubs.
- Leaders prioritise staff well-being and workload, ensuring staff ‘feel valued’ while maintaining a shared vision with governors.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with staff receiving regular training and leaders working closely with families and external agencies to ensure pupils’ welfare is supported.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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