St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School
97%
Capacity
232
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School
St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tower Hamlets community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Figueiredo, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% 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 1359th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 29 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, St Peter's London Docks CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Garnet Street, ., London, Tower Hamlets, E1W 3QT |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Figueiredo |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.6% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 240 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1359th of 13,686
Nationally
336th of 1,592
In London
14th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
92
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's London Docks CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Garnet Street, ., London
Tower Hamlets, E1W 3QT
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