St Stephen's Primary School
99%
Capacity
623
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About St Stephen's Primary School
St Stephen's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 623 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Neena Lall OBE, it falls under Newham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 423rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 61 in Newham.
St Stephen's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 343 applications for 89 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 142 were first-preference applications.
St Stephen's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (20 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Stephen's Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newham, St Stephen's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Whitfield Road, London, Newham, E6 1AS |
| Headteacher | Neena Lall OBE |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Number of Pupils | 623 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 623 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
423rd of 13,686
Nationally
101st of 1,592
In London
8th of 61
In Newham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
20 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
343
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
142 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Stephen's Primary School
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Contact Information
Whitfield Road, London
Newham, E6 1AS
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