R J Mitchell Primary School
103%
Capacity
301
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About R J Mitchell Primary School
R J Mitchell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 291 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated R J Mitchell Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Morris, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10961st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 49 in Havering.
R J Mitchell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 28 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at R J Mitchell Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, R J Mitchell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tangmere Crescent, Hornchurch, Havering, RM12 5PP |
| Headteacher | Victoria Morris |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.1% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 291 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10961st of 13,686
Nationally
1475th of 1,592
In London
42nd of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
49%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
86
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tangmere Crescent, Hornchurch
Havering, RM12 5PP
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