Nelson Primary School
87%
Capacity
730
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Nelson Primary School
Nelson 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 730 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 840 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nelson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Cullen, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7693rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 61 in Newham.
Nelson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 58 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nelson Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Nelson 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 | Napier Road, London, Newham, E6 2SE |
| Headteacher | Fiona Cullen |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 730 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.5% |
| School Capacity | 730 / 840 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7693rd of 13,686
Nationally
1245th of 1,592
In London
53rd of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities 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
158
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Napier Road, London
Newham, E6 2SE
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