Parklands Primary School
97%
Capacity
905
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Parklands Primary School
Parklands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 905 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 930 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Parklands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Scott Stevens, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3442nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 49 in Havering.
Parklands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 188 applications for 79 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
Parklands Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents).
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 Parklands Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Athletics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, Parklands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Havering Road, Romford, Havering, RM1 4QX |
| Headteacher | Scott Stevens |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 905 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 905 / 930 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3442nd of 13,686
Nationally
693rd of 1,592
In London
13th of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
72%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed79
188
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Parklands Primary School
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Contact Information
Havering Road, Romford
Havering, RM1 4QX
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