Benhurst Primary School
Hornchurch, RM12 4QS · Havering · primary school
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42nd of 49 primary schools in Havering we can score, 59 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 the 4,223 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7/10 among them, against 4.2/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Benhurst Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 410 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes with 10 places currently available?
What Ofsted said about Benhurst Primary School
Overview
Benhurst Primary School is described as a “caring and welcoming school” where pupils feel safe and are proud of their diverse community. The report highlights that pupils achieve highly across all key stages, with staff maintaining high expectations for learning and behaviour. While the curriculum is ambitious and generally well-delivered, consistency in teaching and behaviour management requires further development.
Strengths
- Pupils are “kept safe” and know they can approach staff with worries, which are dealt with appropriately.
- Children learn to read early, with staff providing additional support for those who struggle and fostering enjoyment through initiatives like a pupil-run library.
- The curriculum builds knowledge progressively, such as in science where pupils move from growing plants in Reception to examining plant functions in Year 3.
- Teachers have “sound subject knowledge” and effectively revisit prior learning to help pupils link new concepts to previous lessons.
- Pupils benefit from a “diverse range of opportunities” including after-school clubs, community contributions, and visits to museums and places of worship.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure curriculum changes are fully embedded so that delivery is consistent and knowledgeable across all subjects, ensuring all pupils develop the same depth of understanding.
- Staff must apply the new behaviour policy consistently to address low-level disruption and inconsiderate behaviour, helping pupils develop consistently positive attitudes to learning.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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