Cranbrook Primary School
Ilford, IG1 3PS · Redbridge · primary school
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39th 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 — 6.4/10 against 2,671 of them, against 5.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.02 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cranbrook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 5.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 786 pupils against a stated capacity of 944. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Cranbrook Primary School
Overview
Cranbrook Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy and friendly" environment where leaders have "high expectations" for all pupils. The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" that is clearly sequenced in most subjects, ensuring pupils build knowledge and skills effectively over time. Staff are skilled at identifying gaps in learning, providing timely support to help all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, progress well.
Strengths
- The school atmosphere is "calm and cheerful," with pupils behaving well and showing enthusiasm for their learning.
- Early reading is a high priority, with a "well-planned phonics programme" ensuring pupils learn to read quickly and confidently.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "careful identification and assessment" of their needs, allowing for effective support plans.
- Leaders maintain a "sharp focus on pupils’ language and communication skills," encouraging children to speak clearly and share ideas.
- Governors are "informed, evaluative and actively involved," working closely with leaders to monitor and improve the school.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, curriculum content and the order of teaching are "less explicit," meaning pupils’ understanding does not build as effectively as in other areas.
- Leaders should "refine their curriculum thinking" to make clear what knowledge to prioritise and establish exactly when it should be taught and recapped.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to identify risks and pass on concerns to leaders in a timely manner.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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