Arnhem Wharf Primary School
75%
Capacity
511
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Arnhem Wharf Primary School
Arnhem Wharf Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 511 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Arnhem Wharf Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexandra Lundie, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6875th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Arnhem Wharf Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 52 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arnhem Wharf Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Arnhem Wharf Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 1 Arnhem Place, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 3RP |
| Headteacher | Alexandra Lundie |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 511 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.9% |
| School Capacity | 511 / 682 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6875th of 13,686
Nationally
1150th of 1,592
In London
46th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
117
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
1 Arnhem Place, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3RP
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