Avenue Primary School
79%
Capacity
556
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Avenue Primary School
Avenue Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 556 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Avenue Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Franklin-Lewis, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1760th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 61 in Newham.
Avenue Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 41 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Avenue Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.8/5 from 17 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Avenue Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Avenue 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 | Meanley Road, London, Newham, E12 6AR |
| Headteacher | Lee Franklin-Lewis |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 556 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 556 / 708 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1760th of 13,686
Nationally
409th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
79%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
147
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Meanley Road, London
Newham, E12 6AR
Journey to School
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