Riverside Primary School
Barking, IG11 0FU · Barking and Dagenham · primary school
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6th of 39 primary schools in Barking and Dagenham we can score, 44 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 — 9.7/10 against 3,892 of them, against 9.5/10 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Riverside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 23.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 433 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 who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available for pupils to join after the school day ends? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Riverside Primary School
Overview
Riverside Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a calm and purposeful atmosphere where pupils are happy and kept safe. The curriculum is generally well designed, with a strong emphasis on reading and logical sequencing in most subjects, though some areas require further development.
Strengths
- Reading is given high priority, with consistent phonics delivery and effective support for those at risk of falling behind, fostering a "love of reading".
- In most subjects, the curriculum is "well designed" with knowledge "sequenced logically", allowing pupils to build on prior learning and tackle complex ideas.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are accurately identified and well supported to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Behaviour is strong, with pupils settling quickly and showing they are "eager to learn" without disruption.
- Staff describe the school as a "respectful, friendly place" with positive consideration given to workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, key knowledge has not been "sequenced as systematically", resulting in fragmented learning where pupils struggle to build deep understanding.
- Adults do not consistently model "standard formal English", which can detrimentally affect pupils’ understanding and use of formal spoken and written language.
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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