Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road
96%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road
Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road 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 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road "Good", the school is led by headteacher Terina King, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6604th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 49 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road 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 | Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road, Rowdowns Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM9 6NH |
| Headteacher | Terina King |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.2% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 472 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6604th of 13,686
Nationally
1120th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road, Rowdowns Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM9 6NH
Thomas Arnold Primary School, Rowdowns Road, Rowdowns Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM9 6NH
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