Maryland Primary School
93%
Capacity
390
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Maryland Primary School
Maryland 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 390 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Maryland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorna Jackson, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9332nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 61 in Newham.
Maryland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 44 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Maryland Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Maryland 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 | Gurney Road, London, Newham, E15 1SL |
| Headteacher | Lorna Jackson |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.6% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 420 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9332nd of 13,686
Nationally
1363rd of 1,592
In London
58th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
55%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
139
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gurney Road, London
Newham, E15 1SL
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