Downshall Primary School
85%
Capacity
538
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Downshall Primary School
Downshall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redbridge community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 538 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Downshall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Bennett, it falls under Redbridge local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3547th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 50 in Redbridge.
Downshall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 59 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Downshall Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redbridge, Downshall 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 | Meads Lane, Ilford, Redbridge, IG3 8UG |
| Headteacher | Ian Bennett |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Number of Pupils | 538 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 538 / 630 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Dec 2018): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3547th of 13,686
Nationally
713th of 1,592
In London
28th of 50
In Redbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
72%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Meads Lane, Ilford
Redbridge, IG3 8UG
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