The Leys Primary School
87%
Capacity
409
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About The Leys Primary School
The Leys 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 409 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Leys Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Fagan, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5464th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
The Leys Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 34 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
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 The Leys Primary School include Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, The Leys 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 | Leys Avenue, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM10 9YR |
| Headteacher | Nicola Fagan |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 472 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5464th of 13,686
Nationally
964th of 1,592
In London
18th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
67%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
107
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Leys Primary School
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Contact Information
Leys Avenue, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM10 9YR
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