Malmesbury Primary School
84%
Capacity
442
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Malmesbury Primary School
Malmesbury 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 442 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 525 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Malmesbury Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Stewart, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7107th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Malmesbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 58 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Malmesbury Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Malmesbury 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 | Coborn Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E3 2AB |
| Headteacher | Claire Stewart |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.1% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 525 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7107th of 13,686
Nationally
1180th of 1,592
In London
49th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
62%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 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
Coborn Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E3 2AB
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