Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy

A good academy converter school in Tower Hamlets. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary Academy.

London, E17RQ Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
38.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 45.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
3 October 2013
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Gunthorpe Street
Aldgate
London, E17RQ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148769
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Gunthorpe Street, Aldgate, London, E1 7RQ
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
MULBERRY SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
315 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
193
Free School Meals
49.1% (95 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.1% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
45.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 102.0
2023 105.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
21
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
193 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Excellence Everywhere"

Respect Responsibility Readiness

Promotes Fundamental British Values as part of spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development; Rights Respecting School status is being pursued.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Anita Croft welcomes visitors to Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary, describing a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child can flourish. The message emphasises Excellence Everywhere, the MCB Way, and the importance of partnership with families, the community, and opportunities such as the new Arts Suite. The tone is welcoming and forward-looking, highlighting commitment to high-quality inclusive education and student well-being.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Multisport Lego Building Jewelry Making Arts & Crafts - Upcycling Scooterbility Sewing Basketball Gardening

Sports

Multisport Basketball

Facilities

New Arts Suite (Drama Studio, Arts Studio, Music Studio) Mozart Hub (SEN provision base) Sensory Circuit Room Sensory Room

Curriculum Highlights

Reading Writing Oracy English Maths Science Art and Design Design and Technology Computing Geography History Music PE Languages PSHE/RHE RE EYFS Curriculum Curriculum Plans by Year Groups Assessment Enriching the Curriculum

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Extended wraparound care in partnership with a trusted local provider; will offer a Breakfast Club (replacing current provision) and a full Wraparound Care program running every day from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

SEND Provision

The achievement of children with special educational needs is paramount. The Mozart Hub is the dedicated base for SEN provision, with access to this provision at various times throughout the day for English, maths, sensory diet and other personalised support. The school also mentions a Sensory Room and in-class support delivered by teaching assistants, including one-to-one and small group interventions, with literacy-focused strategies to support reading and writing for SEND students.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions arrangements for Mulberry Canon Barnett Primary are managed by the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Information about the admissions process is available on the Tower Hamlets website. The school also welcomes in-year admissions and references the Mulberry Schools Trust Admissions policy available on the Trust website.

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