Thomas Gamuel Primary School
83%
Capacity
347
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Thomas Gamuel Primary School
Thomas Gamuel Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Waltham Forest community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 347 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thomas Gamuel Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Acheson, it falls under Waltham Forest 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 1330th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 48 in Waltham Forest.
Thomas Gamuel Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 27 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thomas Gamuel Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waltham Forest, Thomas Gamuel 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Colchester Road, London, Waltham Forest, E17 8LG |
| Headteacher | Paul Acheson |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Number of Pupils | 347 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.9% |
| School Capacity | 347 / 420 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1330th of 13,686
Nationally
327th of 1,592
In London
11th of 48
In Waltham Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
81%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
94
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 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.
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Contact Information
Colchester Road, London
Waltham Forest, E17 8LG
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