Sir John Heron Primary School
URN: 132789 • London E12 5PY
Overview
- Name
- Sir John Heron Primary School
- URN
- 132789
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nazia Ishaq (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085149860
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, London E12 5PY
Summary
Sir John Heron Primary School is a community school located in Manor Park, East London, catering to a diverse student population of 443 pupils. The school operates with a two-form entry system and includes a nursery and a resource provision for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). With a commitment to fostering a language-rich environment, the school emphasizes the development of strong communication skills across all subjects, supported by weekly oracy lessons.
The school's ethos is centred around nurturing curious, confident, and compassionate learners. Sir John Heron aims to empower students to become inquisitive individuals who can express themselves clearly and engage thoughtfully with their peers. The curriculum promotes inquiry-based learning and problem-solving, preparing pupils for future academic challenges and encouraging resilience in the face of difficulties.
As part of a culturally vibrant community, Sir John Heron values inclusivity and respect for diversity. The school strives to create a supportive environment where students learn to appreciate differences and develop the character needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
The school's ethos is centred around nurturing curious, confident, and compassionate learners. Sir John Heron aims to empower students to become inquisitive individuals who can express themselves clearly and engage thoughtfully with their peers. The curriculum promotes inquiry-based learning and problem-solving, preparing pupils for future academic challenges and encouraging resilience in the face of difficulties.
As part of a culturally vibrant community, Sir John Heron values inclusivity and respect for diversity. The school strives to create a supportive environment where students learn to appreciate differences and develop the character needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Useful links
- Newsletter - 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter - 10th October 2025 (download)
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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
- Newham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 490
- Pupils
- 443
- Boys
- 233
- Girls
- 210
- FSM %
- 30.30
- Open date
- 2001-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 443 | 233 | 210 | 490 | 30.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 473 | 244 | 229 | 490 | 26.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 446 | 216 | 230 | 490 | 22.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 446 | 216 | 230 | 490 | 22.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 442 | 208 | 234 | 490 | 21.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 460 | 214 | 246 | 490 | 13.10 |
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