The St Teresa Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
224
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About The St Teresa Catholic Primary School
The St Teresa 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 224 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The St Teresa Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Brendan Campling, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 841st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
The St Teresa Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
The St Teresa Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (43 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 The St Teresa Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, The St Teresa 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 | Bowes Road, Bowes Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2XJ |
| Headteacher | Brendan Campling |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 230 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
841st of 13,686
Nationally
217th of 1,592
In London
3rd of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
28%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The St Teresa Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Bowes Road, Bowes Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM8 2XJ
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