Suttons Primary School
103%
Capacity
466
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Suttons Primary School
Suttons Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 466 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 454 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Suttons Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Unwin-Bailey, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3332nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 49 in Havering.
Suttons Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 225 applications for 59 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Suttons Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 9 parents).
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 Suttons Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havering, Suttons 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, Havering, RM12 6RP |
| Headteacher | David Unwin-Bailey |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 466 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.9% |
| School Capacity | 466 / 454 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3332nd of 13,686
Nationally
676th of 1,592
In London
12th of 49
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
225
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Suttons Lane, Hornchurch
Havering, RM12 6RP
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