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St Paul's Way Trust School Catchment Area

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

St Paul's Way Trust School is a academy converter special school in London, Tower Hamlets , serving pupils aged 4–18, with 1884 pupils, and a capacity of 1620 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–18

Age range

1,884

Pupils

1,620

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

St Paul's Way Trust School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Paul's Way Trust School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Tower Hamlets assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Currently oversubscribed: 1884 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1620 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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For more information on how Tower Hamlets assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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St Paul's Way Trust School — School Information

Full address
125 St Paul's Way, London, E3 4FT
Local authority
Tower Hamlets
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
48.9% of pupils
DfE URN
143379

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If St Paul's Way Trust School is oversubscribed, these special schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Paul's Way Trust School

Is St Paul's Way Trust School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Paul's Way Trust School currently has 1884 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1620 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Paul's Way Trust School?

Admission to St Paul's Way Trust School is managed by Tower Hamlets. 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 St Paul's Way Trust School cover?

St Paul's Way Trust School is a special school in London, Tower Hamlets, serving pupils aged 4–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Paul's Way Trust School?

St Paul's Way Trust School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.