Portway Primary School
Stratford Road, Plaistow, London, E13 0JWOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Portway Primary School is a primary school in Newham for ages 1 to 11. It is one of the 109 schools in Newham. It ranks 24th of 62 primary schools in Newham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 March 2019, report published 8 May 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 February 2025
Pupils flourish at Portway Primary School. They are happy and meet the school's high expectations for their academic achievement and personal development. Pupils achieve exceptionally well and are, therefore, very well prepared for the next stage of their learning. The school places a strong emphasis on the well-being of pupils. Staff know pupils well and care about them. This gives pupils a deep sense of belonging and helps them to feel safe. The school is ambitious for all pupils, regardless of their background or starting points. This starts in the early years, where activities are carefully designed to ensure that children learn the curriculum well. Pupils work hard and enjoy their learning. Behaviour in lessons and around the school is exemplary. Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is very effective. Staff ensure that pupils' experiences go beyond the academic. Pupils play a highly active role in their school. They take on leadership roles, such as eco-warriors, sports leaders and inclusion champions. This helps to build their confidence and a sense of citizenship. Extra-curricular clubs promote pupils' talents and interests. Pupils are excited to take part in visits that help broaden their horizons, such as to galleries and museums.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
63 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
513 pupils on roll, with places for 840
Schools near Portway Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curwen Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 82% met the expected standard |
| Selwyn Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 76% met the expected standard |
| West Ham Church Primary School | 0.4 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 42% met the expected standard |
| Ranelagh Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 77% met the expected standard |
| Stratford Manor Primary School & Nursery | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NEWHAM COMMUNITY LEARNING
- Age range
- 1 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Scott Chudley
- Phone
- 02084727142
- Address
- Stratford Road, Plaistow, London, E13 0JW
- Local authority
- Newham
- URN
- 142632
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.