St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
221
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Vincent's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Craft, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10532nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Vincent's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, St Vincent's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Burnside Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2JN |
| Headteacher | Helen Craft |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 236 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10532nd of 13,686
Nationally
1451st of 1,592
In London
37th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Burnside Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2JN
Burnside Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2JN
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