Dersingham Primary School
London, E12 5QJ · Newham · primary school
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23rd of 62 primary schools in Newham we can score, 66 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 — 9.4/10 against 904 of them, against 8.1/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 62% | 5.39 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 38% | 2.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Dersingham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Cooking, Science, Sketching, Choir, and Board Game Clubs, as well as Football, Badminton, and multi-skill training. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 591 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the multi-skill training sessions? How does the after-school club structure its day?
What Ofsted said about Dersingham Primary School
Overview
Dersingham Primary School delivers an outstanding education, characterised by an “extremely ambitious curriculum” and “consistently high expectations” for pupil achievement. The report highlights a highly inclusive environment where pupils achieve well, including in national assessments, and are “exceptionally well-prepared for the next phase of their education.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully identified and sequenced,” ensuring teachers know “exactly what pupils should learn and when,” leading to high standards in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is described as “exceptional,” with dedicated staff and specific “pathways” for those with complex needs.
- Behaviour is “excellent,” with pupils being “respectful and polite,” while bullying is “rare” and the school maintains a “calm and orderly” environment.
- There is a “strong culture of reading,” supported by precise phonics implementation and daily “drop everything and read” sessions that promote a love of literature.
- Pupils benefit from an “extensive range of carefully designed wider opportunities,” including enrichment activities and leadership roles such as “mental health champions.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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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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