John Perry Primary School
90%
Capacity
618
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About John Perry Primary School
John Perry 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 618 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 690 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John Perry Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wayne Pedro, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4639th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
John Perry Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 72 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Perry Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, John Perry 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 | Charles Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM10 8UR |
| Headteacher | Wayne Pedro |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 618 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.4% |
| School Capacity | 618 / 690 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4639th of 13,686
Nationally
852nd of 1,592
In London
14th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
69%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Charles Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM10 8UR
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