Hermitage Primary School
82%
Capacity
272
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hermitage Primary School
Hermitage 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 272 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hermitage Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Max Lawson, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
Hermitage Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
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 Hermitage Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Hermitage 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 | Vaughan Way, London, Tower Hamlets, E1W 2PT |
| Headteacher | Max Lawson |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 272 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.0% |
| School Capacity | 272 / 330 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vaughan Way, London
Tower Hamlets, E1W 2PT
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