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Gordon Primary School

Redbridge, IG1 1SUPrimaryAges 3–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Feb 2024
KS2 Results
63%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
0.7×
Not oversubscribed
12 1st-choice / 18 places
Ranking
#6,858
of 13,686 nationally

About Gordon Primary School

Gordon Primary School in Redbridge is a state primary for children aged 3 to 11, and it is clearly a popular choice among local families. The school has a published capacity of 472 places but currently houses 397 pupils, leaving some headroom. However, the demand for places is intense: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 122 applications for just 18 available spots, an oversubscription ratio of nearly seven to one. Only 12 of those offers went to first-preference applicants, suggesting that while many families rank it highly, securing a place is competitive. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 24.4%, which is notably higher than the national primary average of around 23% and signals a relatively diverse intake in terms of socio-economic background. The school is non-denominational and mixed, with a nursery provision attached, making it a straightforward option for families seeking a local state education without a religious character.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGordon Primary School, Golfe Road, Ilford, Redbridge, IG1 1SU
HeadteacherVeena Naidoo
Local AuthorityRedbridge
Number of Pupils397
Free School Meals (FSM)24.4%
School Capacity397 / 472 (84% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

7 Feb 2024
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

6
LibrarySensory RoomOutdoor PlaygroundICT SuitePlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

Cross CountryFootballCricketSwimmingAthleticsTennis

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubBook ClubGardeningFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalProfound Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

School day

Verified

Teaching hours

08:55 – 15:15

Breakfast club

07:45-08:45

After-school care

15:15-16:30

Source: gordonpri.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.

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Gordon Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.