Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy
53%
Capacity
166
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy
Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 166 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anita Croft, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11656th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Severe 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 Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy 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 | Gunthorpe Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 7RQ |
| Headteacher | Anita Croft |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 166 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.2% |
| School Capacity | 166 / 315 (53% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11656th of 13,686
Nationally
1517th of 1,592
In London
58th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
45%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gunthorpe Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 7RQ
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