Columbia Primary School
95%
Capacity
427
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Columbia Primary School
Columbia 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 427 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Columbia Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Oliver Woodward, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
Columbia Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Columbia Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Columbia 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 | Columbia Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E2 7RG |
| Headteacher | Oliver Woodward |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 427 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.1% |
| School Capacity | 427 / 450 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Columbia Road, London
Tower Hamlets, E2 7RG
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