Sir William Burrough Primary School
91%
Capacity
326
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Sir William Burrough Primary School
Sir William Burrough 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 326 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sir William Burrough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Siobhan Fehim, it falls under Tower Hamlets 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 763rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Sir William Burrough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Sir William Burrough Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 33% recommending the school (27 responses).
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 Sir William Burrough Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Sir William Burrough 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 | Salmon Lane, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 7PQ |
| Headteacher | Siobhan Fehim |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 326 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 326 / 360 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
763rd of 13,686
Nationally
188th of 1,592
In London
7th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sir William Burrough Primary School
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Contact Information
Salmon Lane, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 7PQ
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