Newtons Primary School
Rainham, RM13 8QR · Havering · primary school
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41st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.5/10 against 3,014 of them, against 3.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newtons Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (3.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 459 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Newtons Primary School
Overview
Newtons Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school sits at the heart of the community, where relationships are highly respectful and every pupil is supported to be ‘GREAT’. Leaders have developed an ambitious knowledge-rich curriculum that is well considered and carefully arranged.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, work hard, and are happy and safe, with bullying concerns dealt with robustly and quickly.
- Teachers have secure subject knowledge and deliver the curriculum skilfully, explaining concepts clearly and checking understanding effectively.
- The early years provide a positive start, with adults developing warm relationships and immersing children in rhymes, songs, and stories.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and supported effectively through detailed individual plans.
- The personal development programme is woven through school life, teaching pupils about safety, mental health, and fundamental British values.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure all pupils have opportunities to deepen and reflect on their learning, as current gaps hinder readiness for future subject content.
Safeguarding
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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