Wellington Primary School
90%
Capacity
405
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Wellington Primary School
Wellington 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 405 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Martin Grant, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6002nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
Wellington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 47 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Wellington Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, Wellington 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 | Wellington Way, London, Tower Hamlets, E3 4NE |
| Headteacher | Martin Grant |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.5% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 450 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6002nd of 13,686
Nationally
1042nd of 1,592
In London
42nd of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
65%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wellington Way, London
Tower Hamlets, E3 4NE
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