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Cayley Primary School

Cayley Primary School

Tower Hamlets, E14 7NGPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

88%

Capacity

432

Pupils

2.4x

Demand

About Cayley Primary School

Cayley 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 432 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 492 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Cayley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Foster, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2442nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.

Cayley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 45 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Cayley Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Cayley 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressAston Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 7NG
HeadteacherTom Foster
Local AuthorityTower Hamlets
Number of Pupils432
Free School Meals (FSM)54.5%
School Capacity432 / 492 (88% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

10 Nov 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (10 Nov 2022): School remains Good

Declined
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)

2442nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

535th of 1,592

In London

Top 50%

22nd of 58

In Tower Hamlets

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

76%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:77%
Higher:21%
Writing
Expected:90%
Higher:23%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:85%
Higher:35%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -6%

'22/23

82%

'23/24

76%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVision

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsMusic RoomsSensory RoomArt StudiosSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballDanceCricketCross CountryGymnasticsNetball

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirFilm ClubCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

45

Applications

106

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

40 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cayley Primary School

Cayley Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

02077901490www.cayley.towerhamlets.sch.uk/

Aston Street, London

Tower Hamlets, E14 7NG

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Aston Street, London

Tower Hamlets, E14 7NG

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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