Gallions Primary School
70%
Capacity
460
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Gallions Primary School
Gallions 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 460 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Claire Ormerod, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7492nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 61 in Newham.
Gallions Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gallions Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Gallions 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 | Warwall, London, Newham, E6 6WG |
| Headteacher | Claire Ormerod |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 660 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7492nd of 13,686
Nationally
1224th of 1,592
In London
52nd of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
139
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Warwall, London
Newham, E6 6WG
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