Keir Hardie Primary School
94%
Capacity
451
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Keir Hardie Primary School
Keir Hardie Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Violet Otieno, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 61 in Newham.
Keir Hardie Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 51 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Keir Hardie Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Keir Hardie 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 | 13 Robertson Road, London, Newham, E16 1FZ |
| Headteacher | Violet Otieno |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.1% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 480 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1244th of 13,686
Nationally
311th of 1,592
In London
19th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
81%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
155
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
13 Robertson Road, London
Newham, E16 1FZ
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