Ben Jonson Primary School
91%
Capacity
631
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ben Jonson Primary School
Ben Jonson 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 631 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 697 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ben Jonson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Norma Marshall, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2640th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Ben Jonson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 150 applications for 79 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ben Jonson Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Ben Jonson 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 | Harford Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 4PZ |
| Headteacher | Norma Marshall |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 631 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.4% |
| School Capacity | 631 / 697 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2640th of 13,686
Nationally
572nd of 1,592
In London
25th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
75%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed79
150
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harford Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 4PZ
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