St Margarets CofE Primary School
92%
Capacity
387
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About St Margarets CofE Primary School
St Margarets CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 387 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margarets CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Bannon, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% 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 496th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
St Margarets CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 60 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
St Margarets CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Margarets CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, St Margarets CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | 15-19 North Street, Barking, Barking and Dagenham, IG11 8AS |
| Headteacher | Sophie Bannon |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 387 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 387 / 420 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
496th of 13,686
Nationally
115th of 1,592
In London
2nd of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
162
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 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 St Margarets CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
15-19 North Street, Barking
Barking and Dagenham, IG11 8AS
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