Rise Park Junior School
Romford, RM1 4UD · Havering · primary school
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46th 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 4,143 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7/10 among them, against 1.4/10 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 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rise Park Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.7 out of 10 among them, against 1.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Rock Steady Music School, Piano Fun Club, and Your Sport.
Getting in
The published school roll is 350 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 40.0% attainment rate and the national median? What specific strategies are in place to improve progress since the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Rise Park Junior School
Overview
Rise Park Junior School is rated as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. Pupils ‘enjoy coming to this school’ and benefit from a ‘well-structured and coherent curriculum’ that prioritises reading and personal development. While most aspects of school life are effective, the report highlights specific inconsistencies in curriculum planning and behaviour management that require attention.
Strengths
- Leaders have ‘prioritised reading’, providing targeted support for pupils with difficulties and fostering enthusiasm through events.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘supported well in class’ with tailored guidance.
- ‘Pupils are happy and safe’, with rare incidents of bullying and swift resolution of concerns.
- Staff workload is considered, and new staff feel supported by leaders.
- Personal development is ‘well catered for’, including swimming and cycling opportunities.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must routinely check what pupils have learned and remembered in subjects other than reading and mathematics to prevent knowledge gaps.
- Leaders should identify the ‘building blocks of knowledge’ required in subjects like art to ensure pupils reach end goals securely.
- The behaviour policy must be ‘consistently applied at all times of the school day’ to ensure inclusive playground interactions.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with staff receiving up-to-date training and leaders monitoring absences closely to ensure pupil safety.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| 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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