Grafton Primary School
98%
Capacity
898
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Grafton Primary School
Grafton 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 898 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 920 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Junaida Bana, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11164th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Grafton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 268 applications for 111 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 105 were first-preference applications.
Grafton Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (64 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grafton Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Football, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Grafton 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 | Grafton Primary School, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 3EX |
| Headteacher | Junaida Bana |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 898 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.3% |
| School Capacity | 898 / 920 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11164th of 13,686
Nationally
1488th of 1,592
In London
38th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 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
2025/26Oversubscribed111
268
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
105 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.
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Contact Information
Grafton Primary School, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM8 3EX
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