Canary Wharf College, East Ferry
109%
Capacity
306
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Canary Wharf College, East Ferry
Canary Wharf College, East Ferry is a state-funded Christian primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated Canary Wharf College, East Ferry "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melisa Akis, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Canary Wharf College, East Ferry is a popular choice with families — it received 163 applications for 43 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Canary Wharf College, East Ferry include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Canary Wharf College, East Ferry 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Christian |
| Address | 197 East Ferry Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 3BA |
| Headteacher | Melisa Akis |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 280 (109% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
675th of 13,686
Nationally
158th of 1,592
In London
5th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
86%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
163
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
197 East Ferry Road, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3BA
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