St Edmund's Catholic School
91%
Capacity
204
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About St Edmund's Catholic School
St Edmund's Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 225 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Edmund's Catholic School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Ruthven, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5010th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
St Edmund's Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 24 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Edmund's Catholic School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, St Edmund's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 299 Westferry Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E14 3RS |
| Headteacher | Amanda Ruthven |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 225 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5010th of 13,686
Nationally
910th of 1,592
In London
35th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
68%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
87
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edmund's Catholic School
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Contact Information
299 Westferry Road, London
Tower Hamlets, E14 3RS
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