Gidea Park Primary School
95%
Capacity
458
Pupils
5.7x
Demand
About Gidea Park Primary School
Gidea Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 458 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 480 places).
Ofsted has rated Gidea Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pawan Sharma, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 784th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 49 in Havering.
Gidea Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 330 applications for 58 places, making it 5.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gidea Park Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, Gidea Park 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lodge Avenue, Romford, Havering, RM2 5AJ |
| Headteacher | Pawan Sharma |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 458 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 458 / 480 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
784th of 13,686
Nationally
195th of 1,592
In London
4th of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
85%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
330
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gidea Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Lodge Avenue, Romford
Havering, RM2 5AJ
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