Park Primary School
93%
Capacity
632
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Park Primary School
Park 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 632 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 680 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Brian Hughes, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4200th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 61 in Newham.
Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 231 applications for 90 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 85 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 Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Swimming, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Park 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 | Park Primary School, Mathews Park Avenue, London, Newham, E15 4AE |
| Headteacher | Brian Hughes |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 632 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.7% |
| School Capacity | 632 / 680 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4200th of 13,686
Nationally
803rd of 1,592
In London
37th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
70%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
231
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
85 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
Park Primary School, Mathews Park Avenue, London
Newham, E15 4AE
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