Wells Primary School
Woodford Green, IG8 0PP · Redbridge · primary school
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3rd of 49 primary schools in Redbridge we can score, 52 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 3,377 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 62% | 5.88 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 38% | 3.81 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wells 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%. 33.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. 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 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art and Crafts, Book, Gardening, Forest School, French, and Technology clubs. Sports options include Football, Gymnastics, and Netball, while arts and music are covered by a Choir and Singing Club. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 341 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How is the after-school club structured for parents needing wraparound care?
What Ofsted said about Wells Primary School
Overview
Wells Primary School is described as a ‘happy place to learn’ where the value of ‘kindness’ is interwoven across all aspects of school life. Pupils are ‘very proud’ of their school and demonstrate ‘impeccable’ behaviour, supported by nurturing relationships with staff. The school maintains ‘highest expectations’ for achievement, with pupils working hard and achieving ‘exceptionally well’, particularly in English and mathematics.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious and well sequenced’, with teachers possessing ‘strong subject knowledge’ who ‘explain concepts clearly’ and correct misconceptions swiftly.
- Reading is ‘at the heart of the curriculum’, with staff delivering the early reading programme ‘with precision’ and carefully matching books to sounds pupils are learning.
- Pupils’ behaviour is ‘exemplary’, allowing them to learn without interruption, while appropriate strategies like ‘calming corners’ support emotional regulation.
- Personal development is ‘exceptional’, with pupils taking pride in community roles, such as planting flowers and leading sustainability initiatives through the school and eco-councils.
- Governors have ‘appropriate processes and systems’ to check effectiveness, and staff speak highly of initiatives supporting their well-being and workload management.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 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
—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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