Cyril Jackson Primary School
93%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Cyril Jackson Primary School
Cyril Jackson 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 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cyril Jackson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hodo Dirir, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2715th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Cyril Jackson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 56 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Cyril Jackson Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (80 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Cyril Jackson Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Chess, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Cyril Jackson 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 | Limehouse Causeway, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 8AQ |
| Headteacher | Hodo Dirir |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 480 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2715th of 13,686
Nationally
580th of 1,592
In London
26th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
80 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyril Jackson Primary School
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Contact Information
Limehouse Causeway, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 8AQ
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