St Helen's Catholic Primary School

URN: 141925 • London E13 8DW

Overview

Name
St Helen's Catholic Primary School
URN
141925
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Doherty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02074761785
Website
Visit
Address
Chargeable Lane, London E13 8DW

Summary

St Helen's Catholic Primary School, located in Newham, London, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 476 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive spiritually, socially, and academically, guided by Gospel values and Catholic Social Teachings. Headteacher Miss Claire Doherty emphasizes the importance of high expectations and the celebration of each child's unique gifts.

The curriculum at St Helen's is designed to be engaging and enriching, promoting both in-school and at-home learning. The school offers a variety of resources and activities, including educational visits, gardening clubs, and themed weeks focusing on environmental awareness. Parents are encouraged to participate through workshops and community events, reinforcing the partnership between the school and families.

With a diverse community, St Helen's values inclusivity and collaboration, creating a supportive atmosphere for all students. The school also prioritises safeguarding and offers various support services, ensuring that every child receives the assistance they need to succeed.

Key details

LA
Newham
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
476
Boys
244
Girls
232
FSM %
27.10
Open date
2015-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 476 244 232 420 27.10
2024-09-11 490 250 240 420 26.80
2023-09-11 479 244 235 420 29.00
2022-09-11 479 244 235 420 29.00
2021-09-11 481 241 240 420 31.40
2020-09-11 493 252 241 420 26.00

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