English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School
72%
Capacity
173
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 173 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Patrick Devereux, 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 5926th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, English Martyrs Roman Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St Mark Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 8DJ |
| Headteacher | Patrick Devereux |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 173 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 173 / 240 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5926th of 13,686
Nationally
1034th of 1,592
In London
41st 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
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Mark Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 8DJ
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