Hunters Hall Primary School
85%
Capacity
602
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hunters Hall Primary School
Hunters Hall 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 602 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 708 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hunters Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Kaitell, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10243rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Hunters Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 144 applications for 69 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hunters Hall Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Hunters Hall 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 | Alibon Road, Hunters Hall Primary School, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM10 8DE |
| Headteacher | Michael Kaitell |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 602 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.9% |
| School Capacity | 602 / 708 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10243rd of 13,686
Nationally
1428th of 1,592
In London
34th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
52%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
144
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 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.
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Contact Information
Alibon Road, Hunters Hall Primary School, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM10 8DE
Alibon Road, Hunters Hall Primary School, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM10 8DE
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