Halley Primary School
85%
Capacity
204
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Halley Primary School
Halley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Halley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shoshannah Thompson, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5159th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Halley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 10 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 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 Halley Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Halley 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 | Halley Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 7SS |
| Headteacher | Shoshannah Thompson |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.1% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 240 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5159th of 13,686
Nationally
931st of 1,592
In London
37th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
67%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
50
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Halley Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 7SS
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