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Sir John Heron Primary School Catchment Area

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

Sir John Heron Primary School is a community primary school in London, Newham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 443 pupils, and a capacity of 490 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

443

Pupils

490

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Sir John Heron Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Sir John Heron Primary School is set by Newham and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% 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.

Find Newham catchment area documents →

Sir John Heron Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Road, Manor Park, London, E12 5PY
Local authority
Newham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
30.3% of pupils
DfE URN
132789

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Sir John Heron Primary School

Is Sir John Heron Primary School oversubscribed?

Sir John Heron Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 490 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Sir John Heron Primary School?

Admission to Sir John Heron 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 Sir John Heron Primary School cover?

Sir John Heron Primary School is a primary school in London, Newham, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sir John Heron Primary School?

Sir John Heron Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.