Rush Green Primary School
98%
Capacity
823
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Rush Green Primary School
Rush Green 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 823 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 840 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher S Abeledo, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Rush Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 115 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 112 were first-preference applications.
Rush Green Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (247 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rush Green Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Rush Green 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 | Dagenham Road, Romford, Barking and Dagenham, RM7 0RL |
| Headteacher | S Abeledo |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 823 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 823 / 840 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
390th of 13,686
Nationally
92nd of 1,592
In London
1st of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
89%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
247 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed115
171
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
112 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rush Green Primary School
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Contact Information
Dagenham Road, Romford
Barking and Dagenham, RM7 0RL
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