Cubitt Town Primary School
99%
Capacity
694
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Cubitt Town Primary School
Cubitt Town 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 694 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 700 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cubitt Town Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robyn Bruce, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6411th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Cubitt Town Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 177 applications for 87 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 92 were first-preference applications.
Cubitt Town Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cubitt Town Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Cubitt Town 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 | Manchester Road, Cubitt Town Primary School, Manchester Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 3NE |
| Headteacher | Robyn Bruce |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 694 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.6% |
| School Capacity | 694 / 700 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6411th of 13,686
Nationally
1090th of 1,592
In London
45th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed87
177
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
92 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cubitt Town Primary School
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Contact Information
Manchester Road, Cubitt Town Primary School, Manchester Road, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3NE
Manchester Road, Cubitt Town Primary School, Manchester Road, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3NE
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