Canary Wharf College, Glenworth
91%
Capacity
302
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Canary Wharf College, Glenworth
Canary Wharf College, Glenworth is a state-funded Christian primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 302 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 332 places).
Ofsted has rated Canary Wharf College, Glenworth "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shireen Sinem, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 93% 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 126th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Canary Wharf College, Glenworth is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 44 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Canary Wharf College, Glenworth parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (93 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Canary Wharf College, Glenworth include Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Canary Wharf College, Glenworth 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 | 93 Saunders Ness Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 3EB |
| Headteacher | Shireen Sinem |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.9% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 332 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (93%)
126th of 13,686
Nationally
26th of 1,592
In London
1st of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
93%
Expected Standard
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
93%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
93 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
161
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canary Wharf College, Glenworth
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Contact Information
93 Saunders Ness Road, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3EB
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