Thomas Gamuel Primary School

URN: 140405 • London E17 8LG

Overview

Name
Thomas Gamuel Primary School
URN
140405
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LION ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Acheson (since 2025) , Executive Principal
Telephone
02085207031
Website
Visit
Address
Colchester Road, London E17 8LG

Summary

Thomas Gamuel Primary School is a mixed, two-form entry academy located in Walthamstow, London, serving children aged three to eleven. With a current enrolment of 347 pupils, the school has a capacity of 420 and is part of the Lion Academy Trust. The school prides itself on its diverse community, with students representing 27 ethnicities and speaking over 30 languages, fostering an inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported.

The school’s ethos centres on providing an excellent education to improve outcomes and life chances for all pupils, regardless of their background. Thomas Gamuel Primary focuses on high expectations and strategic support to help students overcome challenges, encouraging them to become curious and autonomous learners. The curriculum is designed to be rich and varied, catering to individual needs while promoting self-esteem and self-belief.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s mission, as it seeks to build strong partnerships with parents and local organisations. This collaborative approach aims to benefit not only the students but also the wider community, ensuring that children are well-prepared for their secondary education and future endeavors.

Key details

LA
Waltham Forest
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LION ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
347
Boys
177
Girls
170
FSM %
26.90
Open date
2014-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 347 177 170 420 26.90
2024-09-11 382 216 166 420 33.00
2023-09-11 351 179 172 420 30.70
2022-09-11 351 179 172 420 30.70
2021-09-11 336 173 163 420 24.70
2020-09-11 375 199 176 420 24.60

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