Odessa Infant School
67%
Capacity
205
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Odessa Infant School
Odessa Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 205 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Odessa Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Barber, it falls under Newham local authority.
Odessa Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 25 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Odessa Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Odessa Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wellington Road, London, Newham, E7 9BY |
| Headteacher | Clare Barber |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.4% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 304 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
77
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wellington Road, London
Newham, E7 9BY
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