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St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in London, Tower Hamlets , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 212 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

212

Pupils

210

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School is managed by Tower Hamlets and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 212 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Tower Hamlets 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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St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wellclose Square, Stepney, London, E1 8HY
Local authority
Tower Hamlets
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
35.8% of pupils
DfE URN
100959

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Frequently Asked Questions — St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School

Is St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School currently has 212 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School?

St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Tower Hamlets before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School cover?

St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School is a primary school in London, Tower Hamlets, 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 St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School?

St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.