Eastbury Primary School
85%
Capacity
801
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Eastbury Primary School
Eastbury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 801 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 944 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eastbury Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Shepherd, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9177th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Eastbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 251 applications for 101 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 98 were first-preference applications.
Eastbury Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eastbury Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Cricket, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Eastbury 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 | Dawson Avenue, Barking, Barking and Dagenham, IG11 9QQ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Shepherd |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 801 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 801 / 944 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9177th of 13,686
Nationally
1354th of 1,592
In London
30th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed101
251
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
98 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eastbury Primary School
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Contact Information
Dawson Avenue, Barking
Barking and Dagenham, IG11 9QQ
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