William Davis Primary School
73%
Capacity
174
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About William Davis Primary School
William Davis 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 174 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated William Davis Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Barrington, it falls under Tower Hamlets local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1795th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 58 in Tower Hamlets.
William Davis Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 16 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
William Davis Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Davis Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tower Hamlets, William Davis 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 | Wood Close, London, Tower Hamlets, E2 6ET |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Barrington |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.4% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 240 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1795th of 13,686
Nationally
415th of 1,592
In London
16th of 58
In Tower Hamlets
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About William Davis Primary School
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Contact Information
Wood Close, London
Tower Hamlets, E2 6ET
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