Dorothy Barley Infants' School
67%
Capacity
240
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Dorothy Barley Infants' School
Dorothy Barley Infants' School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 240 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dorothy Barley Infants' School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lauren Pearce, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
Dorothy Barley Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 46 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
Dorothy Barley Infants' School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dorothy Barley Infants' School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Dorothy Barley Infants' 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Davington Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2LL |
| Headteacher | Lauren Pearce |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 360 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
27 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
133
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Davington Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2LL
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