Essex Primary School
101%
Capacity
887
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Essex Primary School
Essex 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 887 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 880 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Cecilia Mojzes, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 614th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 61 in Newham.
Essex Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 236 applications for 90 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 102 were first-preference applications.
Essex Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (73 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Essex Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Essex 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 | Sheridan Road, London, Newham, E12 6QX |
| Headteacher | Cecilia Mojzes |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 887 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.5% |
| School Capacity | 887 / 880 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
614th of 13,686
Nationally
141st of 1,592
In London
11th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
73 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
236
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
102 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Essex Primary School
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Contact Information
Sheridan Road, London
Newham, E12 6QX
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