Shaftesbury Primary School
101%
Capacity
637
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Shaftesbury Primary School
Shaftesbury 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 637 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Alma Begum, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 781st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 61 in Newham.
Shaftesbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 253 applications for 75 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shaftesbury Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Shaftesbury 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 | Shaftesbury Road, London, Newham, E7 8PF |
| Headteacher | Alma Begum |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 637 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 637 / 630 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (17 Nov 2021): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
781st of 13,686
Nationally
194th of 1,592
In London
15th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
85%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed75
253
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shaftesbury Road, London
Newham, E7 8PF
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