Kobi Nazrul Primary School
100%
Capacity
239
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Kobi Nazrul Primary School
Kobi Nazrul 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 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kobi Nazrul Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Belinda King, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2488th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Kobi Nazrul Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Kobi Nazrul Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (23 responses).
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 Kobi Nazrul Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Kobi Nazrul 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 | Settles Street, Kobi Nazrul Primary School, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 1JP |
| Headteacher | Belinda King |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.8% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 240 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2488th of 13,686
Nationally
543rd of 1,592
In London
23rd of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kobi Nazrul Primary School
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Contact Information
Settles Street, Kobi Nazrul Primary School, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 1JP
Settles Street, Kobi Nazrul Primary School, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 1JP
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