Chisenhale Primary School
91%
Capacity
321
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Chisenhale Primary School
Chisenhale 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 321 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 351 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chisenhale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Anidi, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5907th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Chisenhale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 35 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chisenhale Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Gardening, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Chisenhale 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 | Chisenhale Road, Chisenhale Rd, London, Tower Hamlets, E3 5QY |
| Headteacher | Gemma Anidi |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 321 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.7% |
| School Capacity | 321 / 351 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5907th of 13,686
Nationally
1029th of 1,592
In London
40th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
65%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
125
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chisenhale Road, Chisenhale Rd, London
Tower Hamlets, E3 5QY
Chisenhale Road, Chisenhale Rd, London
Tower Hamlets, E3 5QY
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