Broadford Primary School
106%
Capacity
670
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Broadford Primary School
Broadford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 670 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broadford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lois Nicholls, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9730th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 49 in Havering.
Broadford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 67 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Broadford Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.6/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broadford Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, Broadford Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Faringdon Avenue, Romford, Havering, RM3 8JS |
| Headteacher | Lois Nicholls |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 670 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.4% |
| School Capacity | 670 / 630 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9730th of 13,686
Nationally
1387th of 1,592
In London
40th of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed67
166
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Faringdon Avenue, Romford
Havering, RM3 8JS
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