Seven Mills Primary School
95%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Seven Mills Primary School
Seven Mills Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Seven Mills Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Bates, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6023rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Seven Mills Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 29 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Seven Mills Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Seven Mills 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 | Malabar Street, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 8LY |
| Headteacher | Joanna Bates |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.0% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 240 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6023rd of 13,686
Nationally
1043rd of 1,592
In London
43rd of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
65%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seven Mills Primary School
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Contact Information
Malabar Street, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 8LY
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