Rose Lane Primary School
Romford, RM6 5NJ · Barking and Dagenham · primary school
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39th 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 — 3.3/10 against 2,295 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rose Lane Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in May 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 582 pupils against a stated capacity of 634. 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 plan to improve attainment in reading, writing, and maths following the 2024 inspection? What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Rose Lane Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending Rose Lane Primary School, where leaders have designed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" and prioritised social and emotional development. However, the quality of education is inconsistent, with significant variability in how well the curriculum is implemented and expectations for achievement being "not high enough." Consequently, some pupils are not adequately prepared for the next stage of their education due to gaps in knowledge and reading difficulties.
Strengths
- Pupils feel secure and safe, with "much consideration" given to their social and emotional development.
- In subjects like history and mathematics, the planned curriculum is well implemented, helping pupils develop fluency and confidence.
- Relationships are warm, with pupils described as "polite and friendly" who engage positively with adults and peers.
- Personal development is "well considered," allowing pupils to take on responsibilities and understand fundamental British values.
- Staff well-being and workload are managed effectively, with staff feeling "well supported by leaders."
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not used effectively to check understanding, leading to unaddressed misconceptions and knowledge gaps.
- Staff lack sufficient knowledge to teach phonics with "accuracy or precision," limiting pupils’ reading fluency and confidence.
- Governors do not systematically check the impact of policies, resulting in an "overly generous view" of the school’s effectiveness.
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 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 38% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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