Harbinger Primary School
81%
Capacity
291
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Harbinger Primary School
Harbinger 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 291 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Harbinger Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nimesha Nagahawatte, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Harbinger Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 32 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Harbinger Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.9/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harbinger Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Harbinger 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 | Cahir Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 3QP |
| Headteacher | Nimesha Nagahawatte |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.2% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 360 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10796th of 13,686
Nationally
1463rd of 1,592
In London
56th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
50%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed32
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cahir Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3QP
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