Selwyn Primary School
110%
Capacity
462
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Selwyn Primary School
Selwyn 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 462 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Helen Mawer, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3552nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 61 in Newham.
Selwyn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 54 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Selwyn Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Selwyn Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Selwyn 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 | Selwyn Road, London, Newham, E13 0ES |
| Headteacher | Helen Mawer |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.0% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3552nd of 13,686
Nationally
715th of 1,592
In London
34th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
154
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selwyn Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Selwyn Road, London
Newham, E13 0ES
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