Rose Lane Primary School
93%
Capacity
615
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Rose Lane Primary School
Rose Lane 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 615 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 664 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rose Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jacqueline Barnard, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12664th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Rose Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 53 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rose Lane Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Rose Lane 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 | Rose Lane, Romford, Barking and Dagenham, RM6 5NJ |
| Headteacher | Jacqueline Barnard |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 615 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.1% |
| School Capacity | 615 / 664 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12664th of 13,686
Nationally
1563rd of 1,592
In London
39th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
38%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed53
67
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rose Lane, Romford
Barking and Dagenham, RM6 5NJ
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