Thomas Buxton Primary School
86%
Capacity
411
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Thomas Buxton Primary School
Thomas Buxton 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 411 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Flanagan, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7823rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Thomas Buxton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 53 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Thomas Buxton Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Thomas Buxton 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 | Buxton Street, Thomas Buxton Primary School, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 5AR |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Flanagan |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.5% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 480 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7823rd of 13,686
Nationally
1251st of 1,592
In London
51st of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
60%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Buxton Street, Thomas Buxton Primary School, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 5AR
Buxton Street, Thomas Buxton Primary School, London
Tower Hamlets, E1 5AR
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