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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Charanga Yumu (other)
- Britannica Online Library (other)
- Rising Stars Assessment (other)
- Numbots Login for Students (other)
- TT Rockstars (other)
- ActiveLearn (other)
- Join Newham Library Online (other)
- Oxford Owl (other)
- Oxford Reading Buddy (other)
- PASS Assessments (other)
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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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