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Drew Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Drew Primary School is a academy converter primary school in London, Newham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 404 pupils, and a capacity of 426 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

404

Pupils

426

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Drew Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Drew Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Newham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Newham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Drew Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wythes Road, Silvertown, London, E16 2DP
Local authority
Newham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
44.3% of pupils
DfE URN
143883

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If Drew Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Drew Primary School

Is Drew Primary School oversubscribed?

Drew Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 426 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Drew Primary School?

Admission to Drew Primary School is managed by Newham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Drew Primary School cover?

Drew Primary School is a primary school in London, Newham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Drew Primary School?

Drew Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.