Ellen Wilkinson Primary School
91%
Capacity
445
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Ellen Wilkinson Primary School
Ellen Wilkinson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 445 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 490 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ellen Wilkinson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Janice Owen-Amadasun, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6853rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 61 in Newham.
Ellen Wilkinson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 184 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
Ellen Wilkinson Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 9 parents).
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 Ellen Wilkinson Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Ellen Wilkinson 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 | Tollgate Road, Ellen Wilkinson Primary School, London, Newham, E6 5UP |
| Headteacher | Janice Owen-Amadasun |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 445 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.6% |
| School Capacity | 445 / 490 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6853rd of 13,686
Nationally
1142nd of 1,592
In London
50th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
63%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
184
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tollgate Road, Ellen Wilkinson Primary School, London
Newham, E6 5UP
Tollgate Road, Ellen Wilkinson Primary School, London
Newham, E6 5UP
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