Riverside Primary School
60%
Capacity
375
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Riverside Primary School
Riverside Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 375 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Riverside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Kinnaird, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1035th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Riverside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 170 applications for 74 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
Riverside Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Riverside Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Riverside 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 | None |
| Address | Renwick Road, Barking, Barking and Dagenham, IG11 0FU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Kinnaird |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 375 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 375 / 630 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1035th of 13,686
Nationally
263rd of 1,592
In London
4th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
83%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed74
170
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Riverside Primary School
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Contact Information
Renwick Road, Barking
Barking and Dagenham, IG11 0FU
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