St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Dagenham, RM9 6UU · Barking and Dagenham · primary school
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17th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.8/10 against 2,441 of them, against 6.6/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| 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.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in August 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 387 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have developed a culture in which "everyone feels a strong sense of community" and pupils are "extremely happy." It highlights an "ambitious" curriculum and "exceptional" character development, noting that pupils are "confident, polite and kind." The overall effectiveness is judged as Good, with personal development rated as Outstanding.
Strengths
- Leaders provide "great care and guidance," fostering a sense of "collective responsibility" where pupils "look after each other."
- The personal development programme is "extremely high-quality," helping pupils grow in confidence and develop "deep knowledge about healthy relationships."
- Staff "know their pupils extremely well," and systems to manage behaviour are "clear and effective," ensuring lessons continue "uninterrupted."
- Leaders ensure the curriculum is "broad and balanced," with a strong focus on reading that helps pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- There are "strong working relationships with parents and carers," supported by a wide range of community events and workshops.
Areas to improve
- Sometimes, teaching "does not check or deepen pupils’ understanding," meaning pupils do not always commit knowledge or key vocabulary to their "long-term memories."
- Leaders should develop the expertise of all teachers to "identify and address any gaps in pupils’ understanding" and ensure a "deep understanding of relevant subject vocabulary."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding" ensuring everyone takes responsibility and staff know procedures well.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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