The Leys Primary School
About The Leys Primary School
The Leys Primary School sits comfortably above the local authority average for its key stage 2 results, with 67% of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined. That is two percentage points higher than the Barking and Dagenham average of 65% for primary schools, placing it 18th out of 39 similar schools in the borough. The school’s overall ranking puts it in the top half nationally, at the 40th percentile. Where it really stands out is in maths: 76% of pupils met the expected standard, and the average maths score of 105 is solid. Reading and writing both hit 74% and 76% respectively at the expected level. The proportion reaching the higher standard in all three subjects is 6%, which is modest but not unusual for a state primary. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023 confirmed it remains Good, a significant improvement from its previous Inadequate rating in 2012, with leadership and management also judged Good.
Key Details
The full report on this school
The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2023Latest monitoring visit (9 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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