Glade Primary School
92%
Capacity
434
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Glade Primary School
Glade 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 434 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Glade Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Farzana Hussain, it falls under Redbridge local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1939th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 50 in Redbridge.
Glade Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 56 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Glade Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 11 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Glade Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redbridge, Glade 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 | Atherton Road, Ilford, Redbridge, IG5 0PF |
| Headteacher | Farzana Hussain |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 470 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1939th of 13,686
Nationally
438th of 1,592
In London
20th of 50
In Redbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
103
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Glade Primary School
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Contact Information
Atherton Road, Ilford
Redbridge, IG5 0PF
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