Five Elms Primary School
93%
Capacity
459
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Five Elms Primary School
Five Elms 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 459 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 496 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Five Elms Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sian Farrelly, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4329th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Five Elms Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 204 applications for 49 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Five Elms Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Five Elms Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Five Elms 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 | Wood Lane, Five Elms Primary School, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM9 5TB |
| Headteacher | Sian Farrelly |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 459 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.7% |
| School Capacity | 459 / 496 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4329th of 13,686
Nationally
819th of 1,592
In London
13th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed49
204
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wood Lane, Five Elms Primary School, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM9 5TB
Wood Lane, Five Elms Primary School, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM9 5TB
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