Globe Primary School
84%
Capacity
363
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Globe Primary School
Globe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 363 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 430 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Marie Maxwell, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% 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 391st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Globe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 150 applications for 42 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
Globe Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Globe Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Globe 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gawber Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E2 0JH |
| Headteacher | Marie Maxwell |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 363 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.3% |
| School Capacity | 363 / 430 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
391st of 13,686
Nationally
93rd of 1,592
In London
3rd of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
89%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
150
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gawber Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E2 0JH
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