St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
105%
Capacity
662
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 662 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Christopher Speller, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4631st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 49 in Havering.
St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 81 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (130 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Drama, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Havering Drive, Romford, Havering, RM1 4BT |
| Headteacher | Christopher Speller |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 662 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 662 / 630 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4631st of 13,686
Nationally
850th of 1,592
In London
17th of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
130 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed81
171
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Havering Drive, Romford
Havering, RM1 4BT
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