Bangabandhu Primary School
74%
Capacity
335
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Bangabandhu Primary School
Bangabandhu 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 335 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bangabandhu Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Maxwell, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Bangabandhu Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 32 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bangabandhu Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 65.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Bangabandhu 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 | Wessex Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E2 0LB |
| Headteacher | Marie Maxwell |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 335 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 65.0% |
| School Capacity | 335 / 450 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2049th of 13,686
Nationally
454th of 1,592
In London
18th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wessex Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E2 0LB
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