George Tomlinson Primary School
92%
Capacity
537
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About George Tomlinson Primary School
George Tomlinson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 537 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 585 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated George Tomlinson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Wilson, it falls under Waltham Forest 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 7465th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
George Tomlinson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 263 applications for 80 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at George Tomlinson Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, George Tomlinson 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 | Harrington Road, London, Waltham Forest, E11 4QN |
| Headteacher | Nicola Wilson |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 537 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 537 / 585 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7465th of 13,686
Nationally
1220th of 1,592
In London
43rd of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
61%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed80
263
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harrington Road, London
Waltham Forest, E11 4QN
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