Canon Barnett Primary School
URN: 100893 • London E1 7RQ
Overview
- Name
- Canon Barnett Primary School
- URN
- 100893
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Jane Bellerby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Gunthorpe Street, London E1 7RQ
Summary
Canon Barnett Primary School, located in Tower Hamlets, London, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 197 pupils, serving children from Nursery through Year 6. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their potential. With a strong emphasis on respect, responsibility, and readiness for learning, Canon Barnett aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are confident and compassionate.
The curriculum at Canon Barnett is designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of its pupils, providing appropriate challenges for all learners, including the most able. The school places a significant focus on literacy, with daily storytelling sessions integrated into the timetable, promoting a love for reading and imagination. In addition, the school is part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, which enhances educational opportunities through initiatives in the arts, STEM, and leadership.
With a commitment to professional development for staff and a strong community ethos, Canon Barnett Primary School strives to create a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. The school's recent addition of a state-of-the-art Arts Suite further enriches the educational experience, reflecting its dedication to providing quality education for all students.
The curriculum at Canon Barnett is designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of its pupils, providing appropriate challenges for all learners, including the most able. The school places a significant focus on literacy, with daily storytelling sessions integrated into the timetable, promoting a love for reading and imagination. In addition, the school is part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, which enhances educational opportunities through initiatives in the arts, STEM, and leadership.
With a commitment to professional development for staff and a strong community ethos, Canon Barnett Primary School strives to create a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. The school's recent addition of a state-of-the-art Arts Suite further enriches the educational experience, reflecting its dedication to providing quality education for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Tower Hamlets
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 197
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 96
- FSM %
- 45.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2023-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 197 | 101 | 96 | 240 | 45.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 101 | 96 | 240 | 45.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 229 | 117 | 112 | 240 | 37.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 229 | 117 | 112 | 315 | 37.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 216 | 110 | 106 | 315 | 32.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 222 | 117 | 105 | 315 | 32.70 |
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