Upton Cross Primary School

Upton Cross Primary School, located in Plaistow, London, is a vibrant and inclusive academy converter school serving a diverse urban community. Catering to children aged 3 to 11, the school has a capacity for 1,200 pupils but currently enrolls around 565 students, maintaining a balanced gender distribution with 288 boys and 277 girls. As part of the Learning in Harmony Trust, Upton Cross operates across two sites on Churston Avenue and Kirton Road. The school's motto, 'Education with Pride,' reflects its commitment to fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The school does not have a religious character, ensuring that its educational offerings are accessible to a wide range of families within the community, including a significant portion (33.2%) of students eligible for free school meals.