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Tollgate Primary School

Tollgate Primary School

Newham, E13 8SAPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

98%

Capacity

412

Pupils

3.1x

Demand

About Tollgate Primary School

Tollgate Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Emma O'Connor, it falls under Newham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 95% 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 89th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 61 in Newham.

Tollgate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 174 applications for 56 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Tollgate Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Art Club, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Newham, Tollgate 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBarclay Road, London, Newham, E13 8SA
HeadteacherEmma O'Connor
Local AuthorityNewham
Number of Pupils412
Free School Meals (FSM)39.3%
School Capacity412 / 420 (98% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

7 Dec 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 2 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (95%)

89th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 5%

16th of 1,592

In London

Top 5%

1st of 61

In Newham

Top 5%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

95%

Expected Standard

36%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 112
Expected:95%
Higher:62%
Writing
Expected:95%
Higher:51%
MathsAvg Score: 111
Expected:95%
Higher:55%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +2%

'22/23

93%

'23/24

95%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Resourced Provision
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultyResourced Provision

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Sports HallMusic RoomsLibraryPlaying FieldsSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

DanceFootballSwimmingCross CountryTennisGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubGardeningArt ClubCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

56

Applications

174

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

52 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tollgate Primary School

Tollgate Primary School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

02074761848www.tollgate.boleyntrust.org

Barclay Road, London

Newham, E13 8SA

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Barclay Road, London

Newham, E13 8SA

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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