Nelmes Primary School
102%
Capacity
430
Pupils
5.6x
Demand
About Nelmes Primary School
Nelmes Primary School sits well above the Havering average for its key stage 2 results, with 86% of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with the local authority average of 65%. That 21-point gap puts the school in a strong position within the borough, and the data backs it up: Nelmes ranks 3rd out of 60 primary schools in Havering, placing it in the top 5% nationally. The school is also oversubscribed by a significant margin, receiving 336 applications for 60 places in the 2025/26 admissions round, with 96 of those as first preferences. That level of demand suggests local families see it as a standout option, and the numbers support that view.
Academically, the school's performance is consistently strong across the core subjects. Average scaled scores sit at 107 for both reading and maths, above the national benchmark of 100. The proportion of pupils reaching the higher standard in reading is 38%, in maths 31%, and in writing 33%, all of which are healthy figures. The school's most recent Ofsted inspection in October 2024 awarded Outstanding grades across every category judged: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, early years provision, and leadership and management. This is a clean sweep of top marks, and the school has held an Outstanding rating since at least its previous inspection in 2014. Parent feedback is broadly positive, with 89% of respondents saying they would recommend the school, and strong majorities agreeing that children are happy, safe, and well-behaved.
Nelmes is a larger-than-average primary school, with 430 pupils on roll against a capacity of 420, so it is effectively full. The school has a SEN unit and offers support for a range of needs including autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs. Facilities include a library, ICT suite, gymnasium, forest school, playing fields and a chapel. Clubs cover chess, choir, science, book club, eco club and drama, and sports include swimming, gymnastics, football and netball. With a very low proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals at 6%, the school draws from a relatively advantaged catchment. For families in Havering who can secure a place, Nelmes offers strong academic outcomes, a full Ofsted clean sheet, and a broad range of enrichment opportunities.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch, Havering, RM11 3BX |
| Headteacher | Kirsten Cooper |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.0% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 420 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
609th of 13,686
Nationally
139th of 1,592
In London
2nd of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
94 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
336
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
96 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Lower-disadvantage intake compared to the national average (25%).
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British42.6%
- Asian33.2%
- Mixed8.6%
- White (other)6.3%
- Black2.1%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
7
Total schools
6
Oversubscribed
4
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nelmes Primary School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch
Havering, RM11 3BX
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