Date Palm Primary
Date Palm Primary is an independent school in Tower Hamlets for pupils aged 2 to 11. It has 227 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Date Palm Primary is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2025.
Ofsted inspection: June 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 80-82 Greenfield Road London London E1 1EJ |
| Reference Number | 139221 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 227 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.14%
Girls: 52.86% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Date Palm Primary has shown outstanding performance in all areas of education, behavior and attitudes, personal development, and leadership. The school fosters a positive learning environment where pupils feel happy, safe, and enthusiastic about learning. High academic expectations and a commitment to personal development help pupils achieve well and prepare them for future educational stages. The curriculum is ambitious and tailored to meet the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they progress effectively.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Oct 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 06 Mar 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional personal development programme with diverse after-school clubs.
- High academic aspirations for all pupils leading to excellent progress.
- Strong emphasis on reading, with early phonics teaching and targeted support.
- Effective identification and support for pupils with SEND.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils fostering a respectful environment.
In 2025–26, 4.0% of pupils at Date Palm Primary were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 3.1% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Date Palm Primary's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Date Palm Primary is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2025.
When was Date Palm Primary last inspected by Ofsted?
Date Palm Primary was last inspected in June 2025.
How many pupils does Date Palm Primary have?
Date Palm Primary has 227 pupils on roll.
What age range does Date Palm Primary cover?
Date Palm Primary for pupils aged 2 to 11.
Where is Date Palm Primary?
Date Palm Primary is at 80-82 Greenfield Road, London, London, E1 1EJ.