Barley Lane Primary School
Romford, RM6 4RJ · Redbridge · primary school
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37th of 49 primary schools in Redbridge we can score, 52 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.0/10 against 2,470 of them, against 5.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Barley Lane Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access cricket, badminton, football, multi-skills, and golf, alongside a trip to Buckingham Palace. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 840 pupils against a stated capacity of 774. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is provided for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Barley Lane Primary School
Overview
Barley Lane Primary School is described as an "inclusive and aspirational school" where staff have taken "effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection." The report highlights a "highly effective culture of learning" where pupils achieve well, behave positively, and feel safe.
Strengths
- Teachers possess "secure subject knowledge" and deliver the curriculum with "clarity and purpose," resulting in pupils who are "highly engaged" and take "pride in their work."
- The school provides an "ambitious and broad curriculum" with a strong emphasis on phonics and reading, ensuring pupils "read with confidence."
- Pupils demonstrate "strong historical knowledge" and achieve well in mathematics, where they "confidently solve problems."
- Personal development is a "notable strength," with pupils being "confident, resilient" and taking on leadership roles such as "digital leaders and eco ambassadors."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities "achieve well" due to "robust identification processes" and "timely support."
Areas to improve
- Staff should ensure they select activities that "link more closely to the most important knowledge" to deepen pupils’ understanding, as some current activities do not sufficiently deepen knowledge of key concepts.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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